CNA: Meaningful Care, Growth & Team Perks

Accolade Healthcare; Pontiac (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401k with company match

Paid Leave Policy

Free uniforms

Daily Pay

Employee Appreciation Events

Job summary

Accolade Healthcare in Pontiac, IL is seeking a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) to provide personal care and restorative support under the supervision of LPN/RN. This role focuses on residents' daily living activities and quality of care in a respectful, team-based environment.

You will document care, ensure HIPAA compliance, and collaborate with nursing leadership. Benefits include medical/dental/vision, 401k with company match, paid leave, free uniforms, daily pay, and employee events.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• A certificate documenting successful completion of a nurse aide training course approved by the Illinois Board of Educators or equivalent qualification as defined by the Illinois Department of Professional Regulation.
• Active listing or eligibility to be listed on the Illinois Department of Professional Regulation CNA registry.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• The ability to handle emotionally and physically demanding situations with professionalism.
• Competence in using technical equipment and learning new materials efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Perform personal care tasks and assisting residents with activities of daily living.
• Supporting residents in achieving independence in self-performance activities.
• Maintaining compliance with HIPAA guidelines and regulations.
• Collaborating closely with the Director of Nursing, Assistant Director of Nursing, Administrator, and other team members.
• Demonstrating patience, understanding, and tact when interacting with residents, families, and staff.
• Managing sudden changes in census, inappropriate or combative residents, and emotionally taxing situations with professionalism.
• Maintaining a calm demeanor during emergencies.
• Following verbal and written communications in English.
• Problem-solving effectively and interpreting instructions accurately.
• Communicating effectively with individuals of all educational levels.
• Adapting to an environment with constant interruptions.
• Learning and operating technical materials and equipment.
• Entering and obtaining information using computer systems.
• Adhering to facility policies, nursing service procedures, and care standards.
• Organizing and managing a flexible schedule to coordinate job responsibilities.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Emotional resilience

Professionalism under pressure

Education

High school diploma / GED

Nurse aide training certificate (Illinois approved)

Active Illinois CNA registry listing or eligibility

Job description

Accolade Healthcare in Pontiac, IL is seeking a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) to provide personal care and restorative support under the supervision of LPN/RN. This role focuses on residents' daily living activities and quality of care in a respectful, team-based environment.

You will document care, ensure HIPAA compliance, and collaborate with nursing leadership. Benefits include medical/dental/vision, 401k with company match, paid leave, free uniforms, daily pay, and employee events.