CNA, Nursing home, Night Shift

Hopedale Medical Complex•Hopedale, IL

3d•$18 - $21•Hybrid

About The Position

Hopedale Medical Complex (HMC) is seeking a dedicated Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) to join their Nursing Home team. This role focuses on providing compassionate, direct resident care in a supportive and well-staffed environment. The Nursing Home operates on a private-pay model, allowing for a care model centered around individualized resident needs, with low resident-to-CNA ratios. CNAs will assist residents with daily living activities, monitor their condition, and maintain a safe and comfortable environment. There are opportunities for hospital cross-training to gain experience with Med Surg patients, broadening clinical skills and exposure to the hospital setting. The position is primarily based in the Nursing Home, with potential for floating to the Hospital/Med Surg unit.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required.
Current Illinois Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification required.
Current CPR certification required.
Excellent communication and customer service skills.
Compassionate and respectful approach to resident care.
Ability to work effectively as part of an interdisciplinary healthcare team.
Ability to follow nursing instructions, individualized care plans, and established policies and procedures.
Strong attention to detail and ability to recognize and report changes in resident condition.
Ability to maintain resident confidentiality and comply with HIPAA requirements.
Ability to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.
Willingness to cross-train and float to other Hopedale Medical Complex departments and facilities as needed.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience working in a nursing home, long-term care, assisted living, hospital, or other healthcare setting.
Experience providing direct care to older adults or individuals with complex healthcare needs.
Previous experience working as part of an interdisciplinary healthcare team.

Responsibilities

Provide compassionate, high-quality direct resident care under the supervision of an RN or LPN.
Assist residents with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, mobility, and meals.
Assist residents with positioning, transfers, ambulation, and other mobility needs while maintaining safety and comfort.
Follow individualized care plans and nursing instructions.
Assist with maintaining resident comfort, dignity, privacy, and independence.
Observe residents and promptly report changes in condition, behavior, or other concerns to licensed nursing staff.
Assist with maintaining a clean, safe, and comfortable resident environment.
Provide care in accordance with established infection prevention and safety practices.
Communicate effectively with residents, families, nursing staff, and other members of the interdisciplinary care team.
Work collaboratively with RNs, LPNs, and other healthcare professionals to support quality resident care.
Demonstrate professionalism, dependability, compassion, and respect in interactions with residents, families, and coworkers.
Respond appropriately to resident needs and changes in condition.
Maintain resident confidentiality and comply with HIPAA requirements.
Maintain compliance with HMC policies, procedures, and resident safety standards.
Participate in required in-service training, continuing education, competency assessments, and other professional development activities.
Demonstrate a commitment to quality improvement and resident-centered care.
Maintain current knowledge and skills necessary to perform assigned duties safely and effectively.
Cross-train and float to other HMC departments or facilities as assigned.
Perform other duties as assigned.