Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Pavilion of Ottawa; Ottawa (IL); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Daily Pay & Competitive Compensation

Medical Insurance

Dental and Vision Insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Employee Discount Program

Innovative Training Programs

Opportunity for Growth and Advancement

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Pavilion of Ottawa is seeking a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) to provide support for patient care and daily living activities. The role involves a collaborative effort with nursing staff and requires a State Certified Nursing Assistant License and a High School Diploma.

Benefits include competitive compensation, medical insurance, dental and vision insurance, employee assistance programs, and opportunities for growth and advancement.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• State Certified Nursing Assistant License is required.
• Current CPR certification preferred within 90 days of employment.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with nursing staff to assist with patient care.
• Provide physical support to patients with daily activities.
• Measure and record vital signs and note changes in patient conditions.

Skills

Good collaboration and teamwork skills with the nursing staff

Familiarity with symptoms and signs of improvement for medical conditions

Ability to read, write, speak and understand English

Ability to relate positively with residents and staff

Demonstrates basic computer knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or GED

State Certified Nursing Assistant License/Certification

Current CPR certificate

Job description

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Duties and Responsibilities

• Under the direction of the Director of Nursing or CNA Supervisor, the CNAs work closely with the nursing staff to ensure coordination of patient care.
• Provides physical support for patients/resident's daily activities and personal hygiene, including bathing, dressing, grooming, transferring to/from bed, toileting, walking, standing, or exercising.
• Turns and repositions bedridden patients.
• Ensures proper resident/patient diet based on their dietary restrictions.
• Measures and records food and liquid intake.
• Examines patients for open wounds, bruises, or blood in urine.
• Notes and communicates patient/resident behavior and changes in mood.
• Gathers medical supplies.
• Cleans rooms and bed linens.
• Checks and records vital signs, including blood pressure, pulse, temperature, and respiration rate under the supervision of a licensed nurse.
• Answers to patient calls and needs.
• May aide patients being transported to and from appointments.
• All other duties, as assigned.

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Skills and Abilities

• Good collaboration and teamwork skills with the nursing staff.
• Familiarity with symptoms and signs of improvement for a number of medical conditions.
• Ability to read, write, speak and understand English.
• Meets all health requirements, as required by law.
• Ability to relate positively, effectively, and appropriately with residents, families, community members, volunteers and other facility staff.
• Demonstrates basic computer knowledge and ability with an aptitude to learn company applications.

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Education and Experience

• High School Diploma or GED.
• State Certified Nursing Assistant License/Certification.
• Current CPR certificate or become certified within 90 days of employment, preferred. Some facilities may require this.

Physical Requirements

• Walking, reaching, bending, lifting, extended sitting, grasping, fine hand coordination, pushing and pulling, ability to distinguish smells and temperatures, all with or without the aid of mechanical devices is required.
• Limited potential for exposure to environmental hazards. Understanding and adherence to company safety standards and protocols required.
• Must be able to push, pull move and/or lift a minimum of 25 pounds to a minimum height of 5 feet and be able to push, pull, move and/or carry such weight a minimum distance of 50 feet.
• May be necessary to assist in the evacuation of residents during emergency situations.

Pavilion Healthcare Full-Time Benefits

• Daily Pay & Competitive Compensation
• Medical Insurance
• Dental and Vision insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee Discount Program
• Innovative Training Programs
• Opportunity for Growth and Advancement
• Paid Time Off
• And much more!

Pavilion Healthcare Facilities are Equal Opportunity Employers and do not discriminate based on any protected right such as race, color, nationality, gender, age, disability or any protected applicable right under the National Labor Relations Act.