CNA - Compassionate Caregiver with Flexible Shifts & PTO

Fairhaven Christian Retirement Center; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift differentials

Paid time off (PTO)

Holidays & birthday paid day off

403(b) retirement plan

Reduced-price employee lunches

Open-door culture

Job summary

Fairhaven Christian Retirement Center in Rockford, IL is seeking a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) for 1st, 2nd, or 3rd shifts. Pay ranges from $18.00 to $19.50 per hour, with full-time or part-time options and shift differentials.

You will provide direct care to geriatric residents, monitor vital signs, document care, and collaborate with nursing staff to ensure compassionate, dignified living. A CPR certification and Illinois CNA training are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent and completion of an Illinois state-approved CNA program.
• Certification within 120 days of employment after state requirements.
• Current CPR registration or willingness to obtain within 6 months of hire.
• Ability to actively listen and communicate warmly with elderly residents and families.
• Physical stamina to stand/walk for an 8-hour shift and lift up to 50 lbs.
• Comfort with serving in a Christian retirement environment.

Responsibilities

• Direct care and comfort: assist with daily living activities and transfers.
• Take vital signs, record weights, collect specimens, apply topical creams under supervision.
• Advocate for residents and communicate changes to the nurse.
• Participate in shift-to-shift bedside reports for smooth handoffs.
• Document intake, output, meals, and daily metrics.
• Maintain a clean, sanitary, homelike atmosphere respecting privacy and HIPAA.

Skills

Active listening

Compassionate caregiving

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CNA training program completion

Tools

CPR certification

Job description

Fairhaven Christian Retirement Center in Rockford, IL is seeking a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) for 1st, 2nd, or 3rd shifts. Pay ranges from $18.00 to $19.50 per hour, with full-time or part-time options and shift differentials.

You will provide direct care to geriatric residents, monitor vital signs, document care, and collaborate with nursing staff to ensure compassionate, dignified living. A CPR certification and Illinois CNA training are required.