Certified Nursing Assistant

CNA-Certified Nursing Assistant

Full-Time (ALL) shifts available 7am-3pm, 3pm-11pm, 11pm-7am

$20.00 - $24.00 (Hourly Rate based on years of experience)

Plus Shift & Weekend Differentials for 2nd and 3rd shifts!

MUST HAVE Current Certification as a nurse's aide with the Illinois Department of Public Health

Are you passionate about Long-Term Care? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment and love helping others? Look no further! We are currently seeking a full-time CNA!

We’re a Life Plan Community in the Chicago suburbs. Lake Forest Place is no ordinary place; our employees work as one team and aspire to deliver a personalized experience to our residents through collaboration and knowledge sharing of their expertise.

We are looking for candidates that would like to lead, by example, creating a positive work environment and living community experience that inspires wellness, independence, joy and security for our residents and families.

At the heart of Lake Forest Place are people who know there’s so much more to life and they choose to pursue it here.

Why choose us?

• Health Insurance : Medical, Dental, & Vision plans
• Long-term and Short-term Disability Plan
• Confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)! PTO rollover & PTO sell back options
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer match and baseline
• Scholarship programs include tuition reimbursement.

Essential Functions

• Carries out nursing care within the scope of education / training and ability, and in accordance with the principles of resident centered care, as assigned by unit nurses.
• Adheres to the policies and procedures of Presbyterian Homes and the standards of care of the Nursing Department.
• Guard residents' rights.
• Communicates effectively with residents, families, co-workers, supervisors, other employees, and visitors. Interact with residents to meet their social and recreational needs.
• Uses good interpersonal skills in establishing a relationship with residents.
• Assists residents with activities of daily living as needed.
• Gives direct care to residents, including but not limited to showers and baths, oral hygiene, hair and skin care, feeding, enemas, ostomy care, catheter, and perineal care.
• Takes and records vital signs (temperature, pulse, respirations, blood pressure), height and weight, measures and records intake and output.
• Reports changes in a resident's condition, behavior, appearance, or vital signs to the nurse in a timely manner.
• Practices sound rehabilitation techniques with residents, including but not limited to active and passive range of motion exercises, transfers, positioning, ambulation, and bowel and bladder training.
• Utilizes standard precautions in giving resident care.
• Answers call light promptly and makes rounds at scheduled intervals.
• Participate in the set-up and delivery of meals, supplements, snacks, and refreshments.
• Collects urine, stool, and sputum specimens.
• Transports residents to therapies, activities, and appointments.
• Completes resident care records as required.
• Assists with admission, transfer, and discharge.
• Participate in care plan conferences.
• Participates in staff development programs and unit meetings.
• Assists in maintaining a safe and clean environment.
• Seeks guidance and supervision when appropriate.
• Performs other related duties as assigned by a unit nurse.
• Daily use of all computer systems is provided by Presbyterian Homes in support of care and service to residents / patients, and to support administrative responsibilities.

Attend all facility software classes to maintain computer skills. Demonstrates skills to staff and leads by encouraging others to use computer resources.

Skills / Qualifications

• Current Certification as nurse's aide with the Illinois Department of Public Health
• Long-term care experience preferred but not required.
• Able to speak, read, write, and comprehend English. Ability to do simple arithmetic. Good communication skills. Interest in working with older adults.

General knowledge of the needs of geriatric patients.

CPR certification is highly recommended.

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