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Accolade Healthcare of Peoria

Auxiliary Assistant

Peoria, IL

$15/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Job Summary: As an Auxiliary Assistant at Accolade Healthcare, you will be a key member of our nursing department by providing additional assistance to the residents and staff; obtain C.N.A. ...

Cleveland Metro School District

$102K - $104K/yr

Auxiliary Services * Develop and manage the Auxiliary Services budget for all nonpublic schools ... Meet with the senior management of the district's Academic Resources, Nursing Services, Special ...

Alhambra Health

Director of Nursing

Saint Petersburg, FL · On-site

$95 - $125/hr

  • PTO

He/she directs, plans, and coordinates service activities of professional Nursing and auxiliary Nursing personnel in rendering customer care. The DON Director of Nursing interprets Center policies ...

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Shoreacrescc

Director Of Nursing

Saint Petersburg, FL · On-site

$85 - $120/hr

  • PTO

He/she directs, plans, and coordinates service activities of professional Nursing and auxiliary Nursing personnel in rendering customer care. The Director of Nursing interprets Center policies and ...

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As of Aug 15, 2026, the average hourly pay for nursing auxiliary in the United States is $28.20, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $21.15 and $35.82 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a nursing auxiliary?

Nursing Auxiliaries, also known as nurse aides or healthcare assistants, are healthcare professionals who provide basic patient care under the supervision of registered nurses or licensed practical nurses. Their responsibilities typically include assisting patients with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, eating, and mobility, as well as monitoring vital signs and reporting any health concerns to nursing staff. Nursing Auxiliaries play a crucial role in supporting patient comfort and ensuring a safe, clean environment in hospitals, care homes, and other healthcare settings.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a nursing auxiliary?

To thrive as a Nursing Auxiliary, you need foundational knowledge of basic patient care, hygiene assistance, and health monitoring, typically supported by a healthcare assistant certificate or similar qualification. Familiarity with electronic health records (EHRs), patient lifting devices, and infection control protocols is crucial. Compassion, teamwork, and effective communication are standout soft skills for supporting nurses and ensuring patient comfort. These skills and qualities are vital for delivering safe, compassionate care and maintaining smooth operations in healthcare environments.

What do nursing auxiliaries do?

Nursing auxiliary jobs are positions for nursing assistants or health care assistants. Someone who performs the duties of an auxiliary nursing professional can also have the title of a health care aide. Your responsibilities in these positions involve providing patient care and helping patients with daily living activities, such as bathing, grooming, and meal preparation. You can also assist nurses and doctors by taking patient’s vital signs, recording healthcare information, aiding patients while they perform therapy, and ensuring that they take the required medication. In some cases, you are not qualified to administer medicine.

What are some common challenges nursing auxiliaries face when working in a hospital setting?

Nursing Auxiliaries in hospitals often encounter challenges such as managing a high patient workload, adapting quickly to changing priorities, and effectively communicating with both patients and the healthcare team. They may also face emotional stress, especially when caring for seriously ill patients or supporting families through difficult times. However, strong teamwork and support from registered nurses and supervisors help Nursing Auxiliaries navigate these challenges and contribute positively to patient care.
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Infographic showing various Nursing Auxiliary job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 4% As Needed, 57% Full Time, 17% Part Time, and 22% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $58,655 per year, or $28.2 per hour.

Auxiliary Assistant

Accolade Healthcare of Paxton Senior Living

Peoria, IL • On-site

$15/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 9 days ago

Job description

) ACCOLADE HEALTHCARE JOB DESCRIPTION
Auxiliary Assistant
About Us
At Accolade Healthcare, we put an emphasis on the satisfaction of our team members, understanding that a foundation built on quality patient care starts with the people providing the care. Our goal is to care for our staff with respect, empathy, and appreciation. Providing our professional staff with safe and efficient equipment to complete their mission is our priority. Accolade is committed to never being satisfied with industry norms and standards - instead, always searching for creative methods to equip our team with the tools necessary to achieve success.
Job Summary:
As an Auxiliary Assistant at Accolade Healthcare, you will be a key member of our nursing department by providing additional assistance to the residents and staff; obtain C.N.A. Certification through the Accolade Healthcare C.N.A. Program within 6 months of hire; and continue working for Accolade Healthcare as a Certified Nursing Assistant.
Pay Rate: $15.00 per hour
Benefits:
• Medical, Dental, Vision and additional other voluntary benefits
• 401k with company match
• Generous Paid Leave Policy
• Free uniforms after hire
• Daily Pay partner
• Newly renovated breakrooms - fully stocked beverages
• Monthly Employee Appreciation Events and Celebrations
Responsibilities:
As an Auxiliary Assistant, your responsibilities include:
o Provide assistance to the C.N.A.'s - with no physical resident care
o Answer call lights
o Assist with 15-minute visual checks-utilizing AA checklist tool and ensuring assigned CNA receives completed checklist for documentation
o Assist residents in wheelchairs to and from dining rooms
o Help in dining rooms (pass drinks/take orders, serve meals)
o Take meal orders and serve meals to residents who choose to eat in their room
o Make beds
o Pass ice water and snacks to residents without modified diets
o Be sure resident rooms are neat and tidy (clean nightstands and bedside tables, empty trash, etc.)
o Ensure that personal items are logged as necessary
o Ensure that all personal items are labeled, bagged, and in nightstand
o Ensure rooms and shower rooms are fully stocked (gloves, personal hygiene items, etc.)
o Follow facility policies to ensure resident safety at all times - following In-services regarding all resident safety policies, complete orientation and Relias Training
o Wheelchair cleaning
o AA will perform NO direct patient care, i.e., lifting, transferring, incontinent care or feeding
o Answer phone using proper phone etiquette
o Resident visitation/conversation time/perform resident sitter duty if needed
o Other duties as assigned by supervisor
Qualifications
o Must be able to meet any physical requirements of the functions of this position (see Accolade Healthcare C.N.A. Program Essential Requirements attached)
o Must complete Accolade CNA Program and test within 6 months of hire and acceptance into the CNA Program

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