Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Job Description
We LOVE our CNAs!!! We are a fast- paced environment that cares for Short Term & Long Term residents! We are rated as a 5 star facility and have won multiple years of Best Senior Care Facility in Will County! Come work with our fantastic team! We look forward to meeting you soon! Part time and Full time available! 8 hours or 12 hours - flexible schedule! 8 hours: Day Shift 7am-3pm and PM shift 3pm -11pm and Night shift 11p-7am 12 hours: Day shift: 7a-7p, Night Shift 7p-7a Going to Nursing School?! We offer Tuition Reimbursement!! Let us help you pay to continue your education!!! I. JOB SUMMARY: Provides residents with daily nursing care in accordance with current federal, state and local standards, guidelines and regulations, facility policies and as may be directed by the Charge Nurse, Supervisor, Assistant Director of Nursing, Director of Nursing or Administrator to ensure that the highest degree of quality care is maintained at all times. II. QUALIFICATIONS A. Successful completion of a nursing arts course in an accredited nurse training program as evidenced by a diploma, certificate or other written verification from the school and successful completion of the Department approved nursing assistant competency evaluation or successful completion of a United States military training program that includes the content of the Basic Nursing Assistant Training Program B. Be at least 16 years of age, of temperate habits and good moral character, honest, reliable, and trustworthy. C. Provide evidence of employment or occupation, if any, and residence for two years prior to initial employment as a nursing assistant. D. Must possess a high school diploma or G.E.D. E. Must possess current CPR certificate or become certified within two weeks of employment. F. Demonstrates interest and/or knowledge in caring for the ill, disabled, and elderly. Must be able to deal tactfully with customers, family members, visitors, personnel etc. G. Must be able to read, write, and speak the English language in an understandable manner. H. Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action. I. Must possess the ability and willingness to work harmoniously with other personnel. J. Must be personable, enthusiastic, and personable. III. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS A. Must be able to move intermittently throughout the work day. B. Must be able to cope with the mental and emotional stress of the position. C. Must possess sight/hearing senses, or use prosthetics that will enable these senses to function adequately so that the requirements of the position can be fully met. D. Must function independently, have flexibility, personal integrity and the ability to work effectively with residents, visitors, personnel, and support agencies. E. Must be in good general health and demonstrate emotional stability. F. Must be able to relate to and work with ill, disabled, young, emotionally upset, and at times hostile people. G. May be required to lift, push, pull, and move equipment, supplies, etc., in excess of fifty (50) pounds throughout the day. H. Is subject to exposure to infectious waste, diseases, conditions, etc. including exposure to the (HIV) Aids and Hepatitis B viruses. IV. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS A. Ensure that all nursing procedures and protocols are followed in accordance with established policies, including dress code. B. Provides assistance with activities of daily living to a specific number of residents and/or as directed by the staff nurse. C. Assists in developing a written plan of care for each customer that identifies the problems/needs of the customer. D. Reports all concerns, complaints made by the customer or their family to the Administrator. E. Makes rounds to assure customers are safe and comfortable. F. All other duties as assigned.