CNA Certified Nursing Assistant

Ascension Healthcare; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a compassionate team dedicated to providing exceptional care in a supportive environment. As part of a recognized non-profit senior living provider, you will assist with patient care, ensuring their comfort and safety. This role offers you the chance to make a meaningful impact in the lives of residents while working flexible hours. With opportunities for growth and development, you'll be part of an organization that values community service and personal well-being. Embrace the chance to enhance your career while making a difference in the lives of others.

Benefits

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Health Insurance Options

Retirement Benefits

Long-term Disability

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Programs

Qualifications

• Nurse Aide certification required prior to hire.
• BLS Provider preferred from recognized organizations.

Responsibilities

• Assist with basic patient care activities.
• Report changes in patients' conditions to nursing staff.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety in patient rooms.

Skills

Patient Care

Communication Skills

Safety Awareness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

**Details**

+ **Department:** Skilled Nursing

+ **Schedule:** Full-Time Evenings 2p-10:15p & Part-Time shifts (6a-2:15p, 2p-10:15p) 8 hour shifts & will include rotating weekends/holidays

+ **Facility:** Saint Anne Place

+ **Location:** 4405 Highcrest Road Rockford, IL 61107

+ **Salary Range:** $17.31 - $22.30 per hour

**Benefits**

Paid time off (PTO)

Various health insurance options & wellness plans

Retirement benefits including employer match plans

Long-term & short-term disability

Employee assistance programs (EAP)

Parental leave & adoption assistance

Tuition reimbursement

Ways to give back to your community

_Benefit options and eligibility vary by position. Compensation varies based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, performance and salary range at the time of the offer._

**Responsibilities**

Assist with basic patient care activities.

+ Assist with procedures ordered by physician and supervised by a Registered Nurse (RN).

+ Assist patients with tending to personal care, activities of daily living and transfers/transport.

+ Report findings or changes in physical, mental and emotional conditions to nursing staff.

+ Assist with keeping patient rooms clean and orderly. Assure resident safety by identifying safety hazards and emergency situations and initiates corrective action as appropriate.

+ Assist in providing care appropriate to a specific population by facilitating time and individualizedcare of assigned patients.

**Requirements**

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

+ Nurse Aide obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.

+ BLS Provider preferred. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.

Education:

+ High school diploma or GED preferred.

**Additional Preferences**

No additional preferences.

**Why Join Our Team**

Ascension Living is a nationally recognized non-profit senior living provider offering rewarding career opportunities in numerous locations across 11 states and Washington D.C. As part of our Independent Living, Assisted Living, Short-term Rehabilitation, Memory Support or Long-term Care teams, you will be empowered to provide compassionate, personalized care and develop lasting relationships with our residents and their loved ones.

Ascension is a leading non-profit, faith-based national health system made up of over 134,000 associates and 2,600 sites of care, including more than 140 hospitals and 40 senior living communities in 19 states.

Our Mission, Vision and Values encompass everything we do at Ascension. Every associate is empowered to give back, volunteer and make a positive impact in their community. Ascension careers are more than jobs; they are opportunities to enhance your life and the lives of the people around you.

**Equal Employment Opportunity Employer**

Ascension Senior Living will provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, gender, sexual orientation, gender identification or expression, age, disability, marital status, amnesty, genetic information, carrier status or any other legally protected status or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.

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As a military friendly organization, Ascension promotes career flexibility and offers many benefits to help support the well-being of our military families, spouses, veterans and reservists. Our associates are empowered to apply their military experience and unique perspective to their civilian career with Ascension.

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Please note that Ascension will make an offer of employment only to individuals who have applied for a position using our official application. Be on alert for possible fraudulent offers of employment. Ascension will not solicit money or banking information from applicants.

**E-Verify Statement**

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