CNA - Hospital

Hopedale Medical Complex•Hopedale, IL

2d•$18 - $22•Onsite

About The Position

Hopedale Medical Complex is seeking a compassionate, dependable Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) to join its Hospital team. The CNA assists nursing staff in providing safe, quality, patient-centered care to people with a variety of medical conditions, injuries, and care needs. The role includes helping patients with personal hygiene, bathing, dressing, meals, mobility, transfers, and other activities of daily living; monitoring and reporting changes in patient condition; maintaining a clean and comfortable care environment; and supporting the nursing team in delivering excellent care. The position is primarily based in the Hospital, with cross-training and coverage in the Nursing Home and Commons Assisted Living facility as staffing and operational needs arise. The scheduled overnight shift is 6:00 p.m. to 6:30 a.m. The employee may encounter infectious diseases, bodily fluids, and other healthcare-related hazards and must use personal protective equipment according to HMC policies and infection-prevention practices. Hopedale Medical Complex is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Current Illinois Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification.
Current CPR certification.
Strong communication and customer service skills.
Ability to recognize and report changes in patient condition.
Ability to work collaboratively with nursing staff and other healthcare professionals.
Ability to work independently while following established policies, procedures, and nursing direction.
Dependability, professionalism, and commitment to quality patient care.
Ability to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Ability to communicate effectively in English, verbally and in writing.
Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, reach, and move throughout the workday.
Ability to assist patients and residents with personal care, toileting, meals, ambulation, repositioning, and transfers.
Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds when required, with or without reasonable accommodation and using appropriate assistance or equipment when available.
Ability to push wheelchairs, assist with patient transportation, and use appropriate equipment to support safe patient movement.
Ability to respond appropriately to changing patient needs and maintain a safe care environment.
Availability to work the scheduled night shift and provide coverage in the Nursing Home and Commons Assisted Living facility as needed.

Responsibilities

Assist professional nursing staff with daily patient care activities and assigned nursing interventions.
Help patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, oral care, toileting, and other personal hygiene needs while maintaining dignity and privacy.
Assist patients with meals and feeding as needed, following care plans and dietary instructions.
Measure and record vital signs and promptly report abnormal findings, changes in condition, or other concerns to appropriate nursing staff.
Assist patients with ambulation, mobility, positioning, and transfers between beds, chairs, and wheelchairs using proper techniques and available equipment.
Reposition patients as directed to promote comfort, maintain skin integrity, and help prevent pressure injuries.
Prepare and maintain patient rooms with necessary supplies, linens, equipment, and personal care items.
Keep patient care areas clean, organized, and safe.
Follow nursing instructions, established procedures, infection-prevention practices, and patient-safety guidelines.
Observe patients and report changes in physical condition, behavior, or other concerns to nursing staff.
Communicate respectfully and effectively with patients, families, nurses, and other healthcare team members.
Protect confidential patient information and comply with HIPAA requirements and HMC policies.
Treat patients and residents with compassion, dignity, respect, and professionalism.
Participate in cross-training and provide coverage in the Nursing Home and Commons Assisted Living facility as needed.
Complete required documentation and training, and perform other duties consistent with the position.