Memory Care CNA – 12-Hour Shifts, Full-Time

High-Point-Residence; Kankakee (IL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

High Point Residence in Kankakee, IL is seeking compassionate CNAs to join our Memory Care expansion. You will provide hands-on care, promote dignity and quality of life, and support residents with memory loss in a growing senior living community.

This full-time role offers day and night shifts with every-other-weekend requirements. CNA certification in Illinois and current registry status are required, along with completion of an approved CNA training program.

Qualifications

• Current and valid Illinois CNA certification in good standing.
• Active status on the Illinois Department of Public Health Healthcare Worker Registry.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Completion of an approved nursing assistant training program.
• Ability to safely perform the physical requirements of the position, including lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Current CPR certification preferred; recently expired CPR certifications are accepted and recertification can be provided.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and personal care.
• Support residents during meals and provide feeding assistance as needed.
• Take and accurately record vital signs.
• Assist with transfers, repositioning, and mobility.
• Respond promptly and compassionately to resident call lights and requests.
• Observe residents and promptly report changes in condition or concerns to the nursing team.
• Maintain clean, safe, and comfortable resident environments.
• Assist with linen changes and restocking resident care supplies.
• Work collaboratively with nurses, leadership, and other members of the care team.
• Follow resident care plans and direction provided by the Wellness Director or nursing supervisor.
• Provide compassionate support tailored to the unique needs of residents living with memory loss.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Compassionate care

Teamwork

Resident-focused

Education

Illinois CNA certification

High school diploma or GED

Nursing assistant training program

Job description

High Point Residence in Kankakee, IL is seeking compassionate CNAs to join our Memory Care expansion. You will provide hands-on care, promote dignity and quality of life, and support residents with memory loss in a growing senior living community.

This full-time role offers day and night shifts with every-other-weekend requirements. CNA certification in Illinois and current registry status are required, along with completion of an approved CNA training program.