Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Interim HealthCare - Joliet, IL•Joliet, IL

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Join Interim HealthCare and discover a career where care is vital, valued and rewarded with top pay and growth opportunities. When age or health obstacles make it difficult for persons to bathe, dress, make a meal or drive to a doctor’s appointment, you can be there to help and make each day a little easier. The joy it brings is second to none. As a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) at Interim Healthcare, your passion to care for others will be met with open arms and strong patient bonds that make every day meaningful. You’ll provide one-on-one care to clients, ensuring their safety and well-being, while bringing a smile to their day. Whatever the day brings, a day in the life of an Interim Healthcare CNA feels less like work and more like caring for family.

Requirements

High school diploma (or equivalent) and active Nursing Assistant Certification license in Illinois
CPR certification
Valid Illinois driver’s license, auto insurance and transportation
Compassionate nature, good communicator and ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

Care for clients and those with an illness, injury or chronic disease in their homes
Help with daily activities such as bathing, toileting, dressing, grooming, hygiene, nail/skin care, eating and nutritional intake
Assist with ambulation, transfers and range of motion exercises
Check vitals, measure intake/output, monitor blood glucose and document any changes
Work with a team of home health nurses and aides to ensure a patient’s care plan is followed
Observe patient and notify supervisor of issues requiring a change in care, medication or medical equipment