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CRU Nursing Assistant 0.6 PM Shift

Advocate Health · Park Ridge, IL · $20.80–$31.20 an hour · Part time

Posted Sep 8, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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About your past

Tell me about a time you noticed something off with a patient during rounding and had to communicate it to the RN. What did you say and how quickly did you say it?

What they are checking: whether the candidate understands the CNA's role as the RN's eyes and ears and communicates concerns without delay

Tell me about a time you had to reposition or transfer a patient who couldn't help much with the move. How did you keep both of you safe?

What they are checking: knowledge of proper body mechanics and use of assistive devices for lifts up to 50 lbs and sliding transfers

Tell me about a time you worked with a patient's family member who was anxious or upset. How did you handle it while still getting your tasks done?

What they are checking: communication skills and composure with families, since the job description calls out communicating patient/family needs to the RN

Have you ever cared for patients across a wide age range, from pediatric to geriatric, in the same shift? How did your approach change from one patient to the next?

What they are checking: understanding of age-specific care needs across the lifespan as called out in the job duties

This role is 24 hours a week on PM shift. What draws you to a part-time schedule like this, and how do you make sure your care doesn't feel like it's on autopilot on a partial week?

What they are checking: genuine fit with the part-time schedule and sustained engagement despite fewer hours

Tell me about a time you had to do something physically demanding, like a sliding transfer with a second person, and it didn't go smoothly at first. What happened?

What they are checking: honesty about physical challenges and problem-solving when a technique doesn't work as planned

What would you do

Since this is a float pool position, you could be assigned to a different unit each shift. How do you handle walking into a unit you don't know well and getting oriented fast?

What they are checking: adaptability and comfort with the CRU's core demand of working across varied units without a fixed home base

A patient's call light has been on for a few minutes and you're in the middle of helping another patient with a transfer. What do you do?

What they are checking: prioritization under competing demands and judgment about patient safety versus task completion

You're helping set up a new admission's room and the RN also needs vitals on another patient right away. How do you decide what to do first?

What they are checking: ability to triage multiple simultaneous RN-directed tasks without dropping either

About the work

Walk me through how you'd take and document a full set of vitals and I&O for a patient, from measurement to charting in the EMR.

What they are checking: basic competency and accuracy with routine measurements and electronic documentation

How would you collect and label a urine or sputum specimen so it doesn't get mixed up with another patient's?

What they are checking: attention to detail and adherence to specimen identification protocols where errors have real clinical consequences

What's your understanding of when you're allowed to remove an IV or do a bladder scan versus when that has to stay with the RN?

What they are checking: clarity on scope of practice boundaries for a nursing assistant working under RN direction

What does proper hand hygiene and isolation precaution look like to you, and can you tell me about a time you had to gown up for a patient in isolation?

What they are checking: real working knowledge of infection prevention practices, not just textbook recall

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The full job description

As published by Advocate Health.

Department: 34103 Advocate Lutheran General Hospital - Nursing Float Pool: Office Status: Part time Benefits Eligible: Yes Hou rs Per Week: 24 Schedule Details/Additional Information: CRU Nursing Assistant 0.6 PM Shift Pay Range: $20.80 - $31.20 Major Responsibilities: Assists RN with daily care of patients including bathing, oral hygiene, feeding, activity orders and ambulation which may include use of therapeutic assistive devices, proper positioning, range of motion and special transferring as indicated. Measures and documents blood pressures, TPRs (Temperature, Pulse, Respiration), I & O (Intake and Output), daily weights, and other patient data as requested. Documents accurately in Electronic Medical Record (EMR). Performs purposeful rounding under direction of RN and promptly communicates observations, concerns, and needs of patient/family to RN. Documents appropriately. Participates in admission, transfer and discharge process under supervision of RN including room set up, orientation to room, removing linen, and proper management of patient belongings. Ensures patient call light is always in reach of patient and answers call-lights promptly. Collects urine, stool, and sputum specimens and performs point-of-care testing as indicated using approved process for accurate specimen labeling and identification. Maintains competency as required. Completes various errands as directed including pick-up and delivery of trays, charts, specimens, and reports. Maintains and orders stock for nursing area. Cleans equipment and work areas. Performs various patient positioning and transporting duties which require lifting and pushing/pulling while utilizing proper technique and assistive devices. Performs tasks related to nutritional needs of patient under direction of RN to include diet review, tray set up/removal, proper positioning and diet selection. Performs tasks related to maintaining skin integrity to include proper repositioning and skin care. Ensures special patient supplies and appliances are provided and maintained such as TED hose and sequential compression devices. Under the direction of RN and as determined by site/unit requirements, may be required to remove IVs, provide post mortem care, and bladder scans. Practices within policies and procedures of infection prevention by demonstrating hand hygiene and knowledge of sterile and aseptic procedures, proper disposal of contaminated materials and utilizing proper attire when in direct contact with patients in isolation. Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served. Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age-specific needs, and to provide the care needed as described in the department's policies and procedures. Age-specific information is developed further in the departmental job standards. Education/Experience Required: Education Required: High School Graduate, or Certificate of General Educational Development (GED) or High School Equivalency Diploma (HSED). Team members will maintain annual educational requirements for hospital based certifications (e.g. DNV, CARF or others Experience Required: No experience required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required: Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required: Basic computer skills. Excellent oral and written communication. Excellent organizational skills and ability to set priorities. Certification Addendum Team members will maintain annual educational requirements for hospital based certifications (e.g. DNV, CARF or others). Licensure, Registration and/or Certification Required: Nurse Aide in good standing as indicated with the State Registry in which the team member practices., and Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) needs to be obtained within 45 days. Physical Requirements and Working Conditions: Physical Requirements and Working Conditions: Must be able to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, twist, and reach above shoulders during the work shift. Must be able to: lift up to 50 lbs. from floor to waist. lift up to 20 lbs. over the head. carry up to 40 lbs. a reasonable distance. Must be able to: - push/pull with 30 lbs. of force. - perform a sliding transfer of 150 lbs. with a second person present. Will be required to use foot pedals on carts or machines. Must have functional vision and hearing. Will be exposed to mechanical, electrical, chemical, and radiation hazards as well as blood and body fluids on a continuous basis; therefore, protective clothing must be worn as necessary. Operates all equipment necessary to perform the job. This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties. Our Commitment to You: Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including: Compensation • Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training • Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job • Incentive pay for select positions • Opportunity for annual increases based on performance Benefits and more • Paid Time Off programs • Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability • Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses • Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave • Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs • Educational Assistance Program Note: Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g., full-time, part-time, per diem, temporary, etc.); please ask a Recruiter for more information during an interview. About Advocate Health Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise. It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation’s largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits.

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