Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - Hospital

Hopedale Medical Complex•Hopedale, IL

3d•$18 - $20•Onsite

About The Position

Hopedale Medical Complex is seeking a compassionate and dependable Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) to join our Hospital team on a part-time basis. The CNA provides direct patient care and supports the professional nursing staff in caring for patients with a variety of illnesses, injuries, and healthcare needs. This position is primarily based in the Hospital, while also providing an excellent opportunity to cross-train and gain experience in other areas of HMC. CNAs may be asked to float to the Nursing Home and Commons Assisted Living facility when staffing needs arise. This cross-training opportunity allows CNAs to expand their skills, work with different patient and resident populations, and gain valuable experience across multiple areas of HMC.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required.
Current Illinois Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification required.
Current CPR certification required.
Strong interpersonal and customer service skills.
Compassionate and respectful approach to patient care.
Ability to communicate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare team members.
Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
Ability to recognize and report changes in patient condition.
Ability to work independently with general supervision while also functioning effectively as part of a healthcare team.
Ability to adapt to changing priorities and work assignments.
Ability to perform the essential functions of the position safely and effectively.
Ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.
Ability to safely perform patient-care activities that may require standing, walking, bending, reaching, pushing, pulling, and assisting with patient movement.

Nice To Haves

Previous hospital, long-term care, assisted living, or direct patient-care experience preferred.
Experience working with patients of varying ages and levels of acuity preferred.
Previous experience in multiple healthcare settings is a plus.
Willingness and ability to cross-train and float between HMC departments and care settings.

Responsibilities

Provide direct patient care under the direction and supervision of licensed nursing staff.
Assist patients with activities of daily living, including bathing, grooming, hygiene, toileting, dressing, and personal care.
Assist patients with meals and provide feeding assistance when needed.
Obtain and record vital signs and promptly report changes in patient condition to the appropriate nursing staff.
Assist patients with mobility, ambulation, transfers, and repositioning to promote safety, comfort, and independence.
Assist patients with transfers between beds, wheelchairs, chairs, and other areas as directed.
Reposition patients as needed to promote comfort and help prevent skin breakdown and pressure injuries.
Assist with toileting and bathroom needs while maintaining patient dignity, privacy, and safety.
Prepare patient rooms with necessary supplies and equipment, including linens, blankets, pillows, and bathroom supplies.
Maintain clean, organized, and safe patient-care areas.
Follow nursing instructions and established procedures when providing patient care.
Encourage and assist patients with appropriate mobility and ambulation activities.
Collaborate with nurses and other members of the healthcare team to provide safe, compassionate, and quality patient care.
Promptly communicate changes in patient condition, safety concerns, or other pertinent information to nursing staff.
Demonstrate professionalism, dependability, and a positive attitude when interacting with patients, families, visitors, and coworkers.
Treat every patient with dignity, respect, compassion, and confidentiality.
Provide courteous and compassionate customer service and contribute to a positive patient experience.
Maintain flexibility to work in other HMC care settings when staffing needs arise.
Cross-train and float to the Nursing Home and Commons Assisted Living facility as assigned.
Adapt to the needs and routines of different patient and resident populations while maintaining HMC standards of care.
Demonstrate willingness to learn and perform duties appropriate to each assigned care setting.
Work collaboratively with staff across departments to support safe and effective patient and resident care.
Maintain patient confidentiality and comply with HIPAA and HMC privacy policies.
Follow infection prevention and control procedures.
Follow all applicable hospital policies, procedures, and patient safety standards.
Maintain a safe environment for patients, residents, visitors, and staff.
Participate in required education, training, and competency assessments.