Work in a 5 star, non-profit nursing facility

Are you a compassionate, highly qualified, and skilled Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) with a love for providing outstanding care and customer service? Do you want to work on the beautiful Northside of Chicago in a 5 Star residential community while making a difference in peoples’ lives? If so, then The Selfhelp Home, a Continuing Care Retirement Community wants you! We are seeking full-time or part-time positions in our skilled nursing area. Please contact Sharon 773-596-5872 or email smikell@selfhelphome.org The Selfhelp Home is a not-for-profit Jewish retirement community on the north side of Chicago with a tradition of caring that is celebrating over 70 years. Selfhelp ranks at the top nationwide for nursing care and maintains the highest possible star rating with Medicare and we are Accredited by The Joint Commission. Selfhelp was awarded Best Nursing Homes and Best Short-Term Stays by US News and World Report, in 2022 and for the past consecutive 8 years. All positions in the community require that we ask about your vaccination status. This includes recent TB test, flu, HEP B and COVID-19 vaccine status. Please note that all employees are required to provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination and mandated Boosters. JOB DESCRIPTION: Candidate must have a positive attitude with a good bedside manner, sound judgement, basic nursing skills and knowledge of infection control; be a team player; be able to multitask and work under pressure; possess understanding of caring for residents with dementia. REQUIREMENTS: Job requirements are as follows: All candidates will be required to pass a criminal background check, drug screen and physical exam. Have satisfactorily completed an Illinois-approved CNA training program and passed the written competency test Meet all State requirements as stipulated in the Health Care Background Check Act Registry to work as an Illinois CNA in a long-term care facility Must have current CPR certification Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Must have basic computer knowledge and be able to operate equipment, as needed, in a safe manner High level of professionalism and customer service