Compassionate Nursing Assistant — Resident Care Pro

The Alden Network; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Holidays

Paid Sick Time

Paid Time Off

Retirement / Pension Plan

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

Vision Insurance

Job summary

The Alden Network is hiring a Nursing Assistant to provide daily nursing care to residents in accordance with federal, state, and local standards and facility policies. The role supports the Charge Nurse, Supervisor, and Director of Nursing to ensure high-quality care at all times.

Responsibilities include assisting with activities of daily living, following care plans, and maintaining a safe and welcoming environment for residents and their families.

Qualifications

• Must complete a nursing arts course in an accredited program with diploma, certificate, or verification.
• Must be at least 16 years old with good character and trustworthy.
• Provide evidence of prior employment/residence for two years prior to employment.
• Must have HS diploma or GED.
• Must have current CPR certificate or obtain within two weeks of employment.
• Demonstrates care for ill, disabled, elderly; able to interact tactfully with others.
• Must read, write, and speak English clearly.

Responsibilities

• Follow nursing procedures and policies, including dress code.
• Assist residents with activities of daily living as directed by staff nurse.
• Develop and follow a written care plan for residents.
• Attend care plan conferences and resident/family councils when invited.
• Report concerns to the Administrator.
• Make rounds to ensure residents are safe and comfortable.
• Maintain a warm, calm department environment; participate in training.
• Assist in orientation of new staff to the facility and department policies.
• Assist with equipment/supply needs and inventory new residents' possessions.
• Assist with moving/resident transfers and packing personal possessions.

Skills

English proficiency

Interpersonal skills

Reading & writing

Work under supervision

Education

Nursing arts course diploma/certificate

HS diploma or GED

Job description

The Alden Network is hiring a Nursing Assistant to provide daily nursing care to residents in accordance with federal, state, and local standards and facility policies. The role supports the Charge Nurse, Supervisor, and Director of Nursing to ensure high-quality care at all times.

Responsibilities include assisting with activities of daily living, following care plans, and maintaining a safe and welcoming environment for residents and their families.