Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Morning Shift

The Alden Network; McHenry (IL); On-site; USD 16,531 - 24,796; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Tuition Assistance

Paid time off

Free employee meals

Job summary

The Alden Network in McHenry, Illinois is seeking dedicated healthcare professionals for the role of CNA. This position provides essential nursing care in a supportive, rewarding environment. The role emphasizes personal growth and competitive wages.

Applicants should have a CNA certification and a commitment to ongoing education, especially in post-acute care and dementia. The company offers extensive benefits, including health insurance, 401(k), and tuition assistance.

Qualifications

• Ability to perform direct nursing care and assist with daily living activities.
• Commitment to ongoing education and training, particularly regarding dementia care.
• Knowledge of individual resident care needs and preferences.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily nursing care to residents, adhering to health standards.
• Document care activities and resident responses accurately.
• Assist residents with their individual care and support needs.

Skills

Knowledge of activities of daily living (ADLs)

Effective communication

Experience in post-acute care

Education

CNA certification

Job description

Join Our Team – Amazing Wages and Great Benefits!

At Alden Terrace of McHenry, we’re looking for dedicated healthcare professionals to join our team! We offer competitive wages and flexible scheduling for Full-Time, Part-Time, and Casual roles. AM Shift (6 AM – 2 PM) is available, where you’ll care for our residents in a supportive and rewarding environment.

As a CNA, you’ll assist with activities of daily living (ADLs), provide direct care, and perform other essential nursing tasks at our post-acute and long-term care facility. You’ll enjoy a positive work atmosphere, generous tuition reimbursement, and numerous growth opportunities, both on-site and within the Alden network.

Salary levels based on Subsidy Program.

Come grow with us! Apply today to secure your spot and start a rewarding career with Alden Terrace of McHenry.

JOB SUMMARY

Provides residents with daily nursing care in accordance with current federal, state and local standards, guidelines and regulations, facility policies and as may be directed by the Charge Nurse, Supervisor, Assistant Director of Nursing, Director of Nursing or Administrator to ensure that the highest degree of quality care is maintained at all times.

SUPPORT DUTIES

• Commit to continued growth as a knowledgeable and experienced healthcare provider in the area of post-acute care, custodial care, and Alzheimer’s dementia and other diseases that cause dementia.
• Commit to obtaining at least 12 hours of continual education annually for self, including the required 16 hours of orientation training and any other ongoing dementia care specific trainings for direct care staff working on a memory care unit.
• Become knowledgeable of each individual resident’s background, life history, disease, medical and behavioral care needs, and preferences in detail.
• Utilize any communication devices for residents, such as language services, communication boards, assistive devices, etc. Accept education for utilizing these mechanisms to provide ample communication.
• Assist in providing a therapeutic, person-centered care that constantly strives to enhance the quality of life of each resident.
• Encourage family involvement through volunteering and visitation.
• Provide a clean, safe, non-hazardous unit for the residents and staff.
• Assist in providing an individualized symptom management tracking system as needed per resident, including development and maintenance of individualized, non-pharmacological interventions implemented.
• Complete all required documentation.
• Maintain all program policies and procedures and state and federal regulations.
• Provide feedback to nurses for monitoring achievement of restorative goals through a team approach.
• Be flexible to meet the change in residents’ needs.
• Provide emotional, caring support to residents, families, and the inter-disciplinary team.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

BENEFITS

• 401(k)
• Health, dental and vision insurance
• Paid Sick
• Paid time off
• Paid birthday's
• Referral Program
• Free employee meals
• Paid holidaysEmployee Perks
• Competitive wages based on Subsidy program
• Available over-time
• Tuition Assistance

GENERAL BENEFITS:

• Paid Holidays
• Paid Sick Time
• Paid Time Off
• Retirement / Pension Plan
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Vision Insurance