Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Extern - Harvey, ...
University of Chicago Medicine - Harvey, IL
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Prairie State College and Malcolm X College students - Get your BNA training and certification paid for!In partnership with Prairie State College and Malcolm X College, the UChicago Medicine Health System is proud to announce the 2024 fall cohort of the Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) program. This program is a unique opportunity for students who are currently enrolled in the current October class for Basic Nursing Assistant program at either Prairie State College or Malcolm X College. As a participant in the program, the cost of tuition for the BNA program will be reimbursed at 100% by UCM through grant funds. Participants will also gain exposure to the inpatient setting through a paid job opportunity to work on a unit throughout the duration of the program. Lastly, participants will be eligible for full-time or part-time permanent employment at UChicago Medicine Ingalls Memorial Hospital, as a certified nursing assistant, upon successful completion of the program.Please note: Only students who meet the criteria listed below will be reviewed at this time.Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Extern - Harvey, IllinoisA Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Extern is a participant in the CNA Pathway program and will perform activities which support the learning of the Clinical Associate role on a patient care unit.Under the direction of unit leadership and the support of a partner, the CNA Extern will obtain knowledge through strictly observation of proper operations, tasks, and responsibilities related to a nursing support assistant role, including:Demonstrate effective communication skills with patients and staffDemonstrate professionalism, compassion, and kindness with patients and staffDemonstrate eagerness to learn, and enthusiasm for the work.Observe proper techniques and methods to support patient careObserve proper techniques to support patient room set-up and transitionsObserve interdisciplinary cross collaboration and problem solving activitiesPosition Details:This role is a temporary, paid position.Time requirement is 4 consecutive hours a week (Fridays) for 8 weeks. Schedule will not conflict with education program class times and course requirements.Location will be onsite, on an in-patient unit at Ingalls Memorial Hospital in Harvey IllinoisUpon successful program completion, participants will have earned a C.N.A Certification and will be eligible for a permanent Clinical Associate role at UChicago Medicine Ingalls Memorial Hospital.Applicant Criteria:Interested applicants must be currently enrolled in the 2024 October start of the Basic Nursing Assistant training program at either Prairie State College or Malcolm X College.Only active students for the October 2024 class will be reviewed.Applicants must be able to pass background check and medical clearance.Applicants must commit to 100% attendance to 4 hour shifts for 8 weeksApplicants must complete an application and interview with UCM Talent Acquisition team
Created: 2024-09-27