CNA Extern - CNA Pathway Program, Ingalls

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Pathway Program

In partnership with CEDA, the UChicago Medicine Health System is excited to announce the 2025 Fall cohort of the Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Pathway program. This program is a unique opportunity for students who are accepted into the South Suburban College October 2025 class for Basic Nursing Assistant program.

As a participant in the program, the cost of tuition for the BNA program will be reimbursed at 100% through grant funds. Participants will gain exposure to the inpatient setting by working one day a week on an inpatient unit for the duration of the program. Participants will be eligible for full time and / or part time permanent employment at UCM as a CNA 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 - Ingalls

A 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 staff
• Demonstrate professionalism, compassion, and kindness with patients and staff
• Demonstrate eagerness to learn, and enthusiasm for the work.
• Observe proper techniques and methods to support patient care
• Observe proper techniques to support patient room set-up and transitions
• Observe interdisciplinary cross collaboration and problem solving activities

Position Details :

Upon successful program completion, participants will have earned a CNA Certification and will be eligible for a permanent Clinical Associate role at UCM.

Applicant Criteria

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UChicago Medicine is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, civil union status, parental status, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status and other legally protected characteristics.

Must comply with UChicago Medicine's COVID-19 Vaccination requirement as a condition of employment. If you have already received the vaccination, you must provide proof as part of the pre-employment process. This is in addition to your compliance with the Flu Vaccination requirement as well. Medical and religious exemptions will be considered consistent with applicable law. Lastly, a pre-employment physical, drug screening, and background check are also required for all employees prior to hire.

UChicago Medicine is committed to transparency in compensation and benefits. The pay range provided reflects the anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position.

The pay range is based on a full-time equivalent (1.0 FTE) and is reflective of current market data, reviewed on an annual basis. Compensation offered at the time of hire will vary based on candidate qualifications and experience and organizational considerations, such as internal equity. Pay ranges for employees subject to Collective Bargaining Agreements are negotiated by the medical center and their respective union.

Review the full complement of benefit options for eligible roles at Benefits - UChicago Medicine.