CNA - Skilled Nursing Caregiver (Kankakee)

Riverside Healthcare; Kankakee (IL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement plans

Educational assistance

Job summary

Riverside Medical Center in Kankakee, Illinois seeks a dedicated Certified Nursing Assistant to support residents in a skilled nursing facility. You will assist with ADLs, monitor vital signs, and document care under licensed staff supervision.

Ideal candidates have an active Illinois CNA certification and BLS, with preferred experience in long-term care. This role emphasizes compassionate, patient-centered care and teamwork within the nursing staff.

Qualifications

• Active Illinois CNA certification required.
• BLS certification required.
• Experience in long-term care or skilled nursing preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with activities of daily living (ADLs) including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting and eating.
• Monitor and report residents' vital signs and condition changes to supervising staff.
• Provide hygiene, infection control and basic nursing tasks as directed by licensed staff.
• Document care provided accurately and timely; ensure compliance with policies and regulations.
• Engage with residents to support quality of life and collaborate with nursing team.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Education

Active CNA certification in Illinois

BLS certification

Job description

Riverside Medical Center in Kankakee, Illinois seeks a dedicated Certified Nursing Assistant to support residents in a skilled nursing facility. You will assist with ADLs, monitor vital signs, and document care under licensed staff supervision.

Ideal candidates have an active Illinois CNA certification and BLS, with preferred experience in long-term care. This role emphasizes compassionate, patient-centered care and teamwork within the nursing staff.