Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Senior Lifestyle Corporation; La Grange (IL); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company committed to brightening the lives of residents through dedicated care. As a nursing professional, you will provide vital health services, assist with daily living tasks, and ensure a safe, dignified environment for residents. Enjoy comprehensive benefits, a supportive team environment, and the opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of others.

Benefits

Health, dental, and vision benefits

Retirement benefits

Paid time off

Short-term and long-term disability

DailyPay application for early wage access

Qualifications

• Experience in skilled, sub-acute, assisted living or memory care settings is required.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks safely and effectively.
• Proficient verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Take and record vital signs, assist with daily living activities.
• Provide emotional and social support to residents.
• Contribute to the resident’s assessment and plan of care.

Skills

Communication

Compassion

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or General Education Degree

CNA licensure

Tools

Basic computer skills

Job description

• Community Name: Aspired Living of La Grange

Company Description

Do you have HEART? We are looking for individuals who can embrace our mission to purposely brighten and enrich the lives of those we serve with HEART; Hospitality, Excellence, Appreciation, Respect & Teamwork. This position is responsible for providing licensed nursing services to residents, following the guidelines provided by Senior Lifestyle Corporation. This position reports to the Director of Nursing/Health and Wellness Director and may be required to supervise other staff positions.

This position offers $18.50/hourly with benefits (see below)!

Job Description

• Take and record vital signs.
• Measure and record height, weight, and fluid intake/output.
• Recognize abnormal changes in body functioning and importance of reporting such changes to a supervisor.
• Assist as needed with medication reminders, bathing, grooming, dressing, escort service, and other activities of daily living.
• Transfer, position, and turn residents.
• Contribute to the resident’s assessment and the plan of care.
• Care for residents with dementia.
• Follow the schedule of resident’s needs set out by supervisor.
• Provide emotional and social support to residents.
• Promote and protect resident rights, assist residents to make informed decisions, treat residents with dignity and respect, protect resident’s personal belongings, report suspected abuse or neglect, avoid the need for physical restraints in accordance with the current professional standards, and support independent expression, choice, and decision-making consistent with applicable law and regulation.
• Inform supervisor of any resident issues or concerns.
• Respect and encourage the independence and dignity of the residents.
• Familiar with emergency equipment and procedures.
• Understand duties during a fire drill and is familiar with evacuation plan.
• Attend all required training, in-service, and staff meetings.
• Strive to maintain a safe working environment through the prevention of accidents, the preservation of equipment, and the achievement of safe working practices.
• Maintain a positive and professional demeanor toward residents, visitors, families, and co-workers.
• Adhere to all policies and procedures of Senior Lifestyle Corporation.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
  

Qualifications

• A High School Diploma or General Education Degree; or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Experience working in a skilled, sub-scute, assisted living or memory care setting.
• CNA licensure if required by state.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to work as part of a team and handle multiple tasks safely and effectively.
• Proficient verbal and written communication skills.
• Dedicated, compassionate, and energetic.

If this all sounds good to you, then we look forward to meeting you!

Additional Information

Senior Lifestyle offers a comprehensive benefits plan to eligible team members including health, dental, vision, retirement benefits, short-term disability, long-term disability, and paid time off.All Senior Lifestyle positions are eligible to use DailyPay, an application that allows you to access your earned but unpaid wages before your next payday. Senior Lifestyle requires that all employees provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination unless exempt due to medical, religious, or personal beliefs. Government requirements or exclusions may apply.