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Citadel Healthcare LLC; Bourbonnais (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is looking for a dedicated Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) to join their compassionate team in Bourbonnais. In this vital role, you will assist patients with daily living activities, ensuring their comfort and well-being under the guidance of nursing staff. Your responsibilities will include providing physical support, monitoring vital signs, and maintaining a clean environment for residents. This position offers a fulfilling opportunity to make a difference in the lives of those you care for, while working in a supportive and collaborative environment. If you are passionate about patient care and teamwork, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED and CNA certification required.
• CPR certification is mandatory for this role.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with daily activities and personal hygiene.
• Monitor and record vital signs under nurse supervision.
• Communicate changes in patient behavior and needs.

Skills

Collaboration and teamwork skills

Familiarity with medical conditions

English language proficiency

Basic computer knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or GED

State Certified Nursing Assistant License/Certification

CPR Certification

Job description

The Citadel of Bourbonnais is seeking a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) to join their team! The Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) helps patients/residents with comprehensive and personalized health care needs under the supervision of a nurse. The CNA assists patients/residents with activities of daily living to include bathing, dressing, eating, grooming, toileting, and exercising.

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/residents' daily activities and personal hygiene, including bathing, dressing, grooming, transferring to/from bed, toileting, walking, standing, or exercising.
• Assists patients with daily medication and supplements.
• Ensures proper resident/patient diet based on their dietary restrictions.
• Examines patients for open wounds, bruises, or blood in urine.
• Notes and communicates patient/resident behavior and changes in mood.
• 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 patient calls and needs.
• All other duties, as assigned.

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Qualifications and Skills:

• 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.
• 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.
• Must be CPR Certified.

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.
• 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.