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Nursing Assistant - Medical Telemetry 0.6 FTE 7p-7a

Advocate Health · Park Ridge, IL

Posted Sep 16, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Sep 20, 2026

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Likely interview questions for this role

Written from this job description, not a generic list. Each one notes what the interviewer is really checking.

Behavioral

Tell me about a time you cared for a patient who was confused, agitated, or resistant to care. What did you do?

whether the candidate can stay calm and patient-centered with difficult behaviors common on a telemetry unit

This is a night shift role, 7pm to 7am with rotating weekends and holidays. What has your experience with overnight or rotating shifts been like, and how do you keep yourself alert and effective at 4am?

realistic fit with the schedule and self-awareness about fatigue management

Tell me about a time you noticed something wasn't right with a patient before anyone else did. What did you do with that information?

observational skills and whether they escalate concerns to the RN promptly rather than sitting on them

How do you make sure a patient and their family feel respected and included, especially if the patient can't communicate well or the family is anxious?

the holistic, dignity-focused care approach the job description explicitly calls out

Describe a time you had to communicate an important detail about a patient to a nurse during a busy shift. How did you make sure it got through?

clarity and reliability of communication in a fast-paced, hierarchical care team

What does good teamwork look like to you on a unit where nursing assistants, RNs, and other staff are all moving fast during a shift?

whether the candidate sees themselves as a supportive team member rather than working in isolation

Technical

Walk me through how you would take and record a full set of vital signs on a patient and what you'd consider a value worth reporting to the RN right away.

basic clinical competency and judgment about when a reading is abnormal enough to escalate

On a telemetry unit, patients are on heart monitors and some are at risk for falls. What would you watch for while helping a patient walk to the bathroom or get out of bed?

understanding of fall risk and telemetry-specific safety awareness even without formal monitor training

You notice blood or body fluid on your gloves or clothing during a task. Walk me through what you do next, step by step.

knowledge of infection control and personal protective equipment protocol

Situational

You're helping a patient who weighs more than you can safely lift alone, and your coworker is busy with another patient. What do you do?

safety judgment around the 35-pound lift policy and willingness to use equipment or wait rather than risk injury

You're assigned to several patients and two of them need help at the same time, one wants to be repositioned and the other needs to use the bathroom urgently. How do you decide what to do first?

prioritization skills under a real workload without direct supervision at every moment

What do you do if you're asked to do something for a patient that you're not sure is within what a nursing assistant is allowed to do?

scope-of-practice awareness and comfort saying no or checking with the RN

If a patient refuses care, like refuses to be repositioned or refuses a meal, what do you do?

respect for patient autonomy balanced with concern for their wellbeing and proper reporting

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The full job description

As published by Advocate Health.

Department: 35208 Advocate Lutheran General Hospital - Nursing: 9C Status: Part time Benefits Eligible: Yes Hou rs Per Week: 24 Schedule Details/Additional Information: Nursing assistant 0.6 FTE- Nights 7p-7am Team member will work two 12 hour shifts a week, totaling 48 hours for the pay period. Rotating holidays and weekends Pay Range: $20.80 - $31.20 Scheduled hours:  Part Time; Night Shift 7pm to 7am, including rotating weekends and holidays Job Summary: Provides basic, quality patient focused care in clinical setting under daily direction and supervision of Registered Nurse (RN) in accordance with the standards of practice within guidelines of corresponding state regulations. Performs delegated tasks in patient care setting that supports environment of patient care and assures patients and family are treated in a holistic manner with dignity and respect. Required Qualifications: • High School Graduate or Certificate of General Educational Development (GED) or High School Equivalency Diploma (HSED). • CNA - Nurse Aide in good standing as indicated with the State Registry in which the team member practices. • CPR - Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) must be obtained within 45 days. • No experience required. • Basic computer skills. • Excellent oral and written communication. • Excellent organizational skills and ability to set priorities. • Must be able to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, twist, and reach above shoulders during the work shift. • Ability to lift to 35 pounds without assistance. For patient lifts of over 35 pounds, or when patient is unable to assist with the lift, patient handling equipment is expected to be used, with at least one other associate, when available. Unique patient lifting/movement situations will be assessed on a case-by-case basis. 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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