Compassionate CNA for Dignified Elder Care

Franciscan Ministries; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Franciscan Ministries’ St. Joseph Village of Chicago in Chicago, IL seeks a Certified Nursing Assistant to promote dignity and independence for residents.

You will assist with activities of daily living, medication reminders, and engage residents in social and spiritual pursuits while monitoring wellbeing. Responsibilities include lifting and transferring residents, assisting meals, documenting care, and complying with policies.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Certified Nursing Assistant certification may be required depending on state regulations.
• 1+ years of paid or volunteer experience with seniors preferred.
• Patience and compassion when working with elderly residents.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with activities of daily living including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and medication reminders per care plans.
• Assist with lifting, turning, transferring, positioning, and transporting residents with beds, chairs, baths, wheelchairs, lifts.
• Assist dining room services at mealtimes: set-up, clean-up, tray delivery, feeding assistance, and document intake.
• Monitor residents' physical and cognitive wellbeing and report changes to nurse/supervisor.
• Deliver nutritional supplements and document intake per policy.
• Participate in life enrichment programming and provide meaningful activities.
• Document resident care timely and accurately.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Comply with all policies and updates.

Skills

Patience & compassion

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Franciscan Ministries’ St. Joseph Village of Chicago in Chicago, IL seeks a Certified Nursing Assistant to promote dignity and independence for residents.

You will assist with activities of daily living, medication reminders, and engage residents in social and spiritual pursuits while monitoring wellbeing. Responsibilities include lifting and transferring residents, assisting meals, documenting care, and complying with policies.