Certified Nursing Assistant FT

Bristol Hospice; Des Plaines (IL); On-site; USD 27,552 - 34,440; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

PTO and paid holidays

Medical, dental, vision insurance

HSA & 401(k) available

Mileage reimbursement

Job summary

Bristol Hospice is seeking a Certified Home Health Aide in Des Plaines, IL. This full-time role involves assisting patients with personal care, communicating with families, and maintaining a safe living environment. Ideal candidates should be certified and have experience in community health or hospice care.

Benefits include tuition reimbursement, paid time off, insurance options, and training programs. Join a passionate team committed to providing the highest standard of care.

Qualifications

• Must be a Certified Nursing Assistant.
• Preferred to have one year of experience in community health/hospice.
• Must have completed a minimum of 75 hours of classroom and practical training.

Responsibilities

• Perform personal care needs after being assigned a patient.
• Provide positive communication techniques with patients and families.
• Assist in dressing and undressing patients, as assigned.

Skills

Ability to communicate effectively

Strong organizational skills

Ability to work autonomously

Understanding of hospice philosophy

Education

Certified Nursing Assistant certification

Job description

Job Details

• Location: Bristol Hospice – Chicago, IL – Des Plaines, IL 60018
• Position Type: Full Time Hourly
• Salary Range: $20.00 – $25.00 per hour
• Coverage Area: St. Charles to Lombard
• Schedule: Monday – Friday 8:00AM – 5:00PM

The Certified Home Health Aide plays a critical role as a member of the Interdisciplinary Group Team. You will work under the supervision of a Registered Nurse and perform various services for patients to meet their personal needs and promote comfort.

Responsibilities

• Perform personal care needs after being assigned a patient and attend to their requests promptly; if unable to perform a certain task, report to the Case Manager immediately.
• Provide patient and family with positive communication techniques, within the realm of ethical and respectful care, including confidentiality.
• Meet safety needs of patient and use equipment safely and properly (foot stools, side rails, O₂, etc.).
• Provide personal care including baths, back rubs, oral hygiene, shampoos and change bed linen as often as assigned.
• Assist in dressing and undressing patients, as assigned.
• Plan and prepare nutritious meals, including shopping, as assigned.
• Assist in feeding the patient, as assigned.
• Take and record oral, rectal and auxiliary temperatures, pulse, respiration and blood pressure when ordered, with appropriate completed/demonstrated skills competency.
• Provide proper care and observation of patient’s skin to prevent breakdown of tissue over bony prominences.
• Assess and report on patient’s condition and significant changes to the Case Manager; also be aware of the caregiver or other individuals living with the patient and interpersonal issues.
• Assist in ambulation and exercise as instructed by the hospice nurse or therapist.
• Provide normal range of motion and transfers/positioning, as directed.
• Assist with self‑administered medications as allowed by state regulations, such as "reminders".
• Offer and assist with bedpan and urinal aid, as assigned.
• Aid with light laundry needs if necessary.
• Perform range of motion and other simple procedures as an extensional therapy service, as ordered, with appropriate completed/demonstrated skills competency.
• Provide respite for patient’s family/caregiver when on‑site, as appropriate.
• Maintain patient’s living area is clean and orderly, as assigned.
• Adhere to the organization’s documentation and care procedures and standards of personal and professional conduct.
• Participate in quality assessment performance improvement teams and activities.
• Respect patient and family/caregiver environment and patient’s personal needs.
• All other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Must be a Certified Nursing Assistant.
• Preferred to have one (1) year of experience in community health/hospice or medical/surgical environments.
• Must have completed a minimum of 75 hours of classroom and supervised practical training.
• Licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with organization/state requirements and is in good working order.
• Willingness to submit to a criminal background check prior to hire and annually thereafter.
• Current CPR certification.

Ideal Candidate

• Ability to read and follow written instructions.
• Understanding of hospice philosophy and comfort providing specialized care to the terminally ill.
• Ability to work autonomously with little direct supervision.
• Successfully demonstrate tact, patience and good personal hygiene.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Understanding of plan of care documentation.
• Flexible in work hours to ensure the patient receives care as provided in the plan of care.
• Ability to empathize with the needs of the ill, injured, frail and impaired.
• Comfortable addressing issues of death/dying.
• Calm demeanor when entering the patient’s home.

Benefits

• Tuition reimbursement.
• PTO and paid holidays.
• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and more.
• HSA & 401(k) available.
• Mileage reimbursement for applicable positions.
• Advanced training programs.
• Passionate company culture committed to the highest standard of care in the hospice industry.

EEOC Statement

Bristol Hospice is an equal‑opportunity employer. Our success depends upon our ability to create and maintain a diverse and supportive work environment where individuality is promoted. Bristol puts high priority on the worth of every person. We do not base our hiring decisions on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, disability, national or ethnic origin, military service status, citizenship, or other protected characteristics.