Certified Nursing Assistant at Northern Illinois Hospice

Rockford, Illinois, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

28 Jan, 26

Salary

23.87

Posted On

30 Oct, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Physical Care, Personal Care, Emotional Support, Compassionate Care, Listening Skills, Encouragement, Crisis Response, Infection Control, Homemaker Services, Ambulation Assistance, Range-Of-Motion Exercises, Patient Transfer, Team Collaboration, Caregiver Support, Housekeeping Duties, Patient-Focused Care

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Description Northern Illinois Hospice is seeking a passionate and dedicated Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) to join our exceptional team. In this rewarding role, you will have the opportunity to provides physical and personal care to the hospice patient under the direction of the registered nurse. As the region’s first hospice since 1979, we are proud to continue setting the standard for excellence together. We value your expertise and compassion, offering a competitive salary starting at $18.50 per hour based on experience along with a generous benefits package. If you’re looking to combine your skills with purpose and be supported by a collaborative, patient-focused team, we’d love to hear from you. Benefits for the Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA): Comprehensive medical plan options Generous paid time off that grows with service HSA & FSA health/wellness accounts Dental & vision coverage Company-paid life & AD&D insurance Company-paid short & long-term disability 401(k) with company match (Roth & Traditional) Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)’s Responsibilities: (Included, but not limited to) Under the direction and ongoing supervision of the registered nurse (RN), provides physical care of patient and their surroundings which may include bathing patient, oral, skin and hair care. The CNA performs homemaker services which may include, changing linens on patient bed, preparing meals, feeding patient, and other housekeeping duties for patient as directed in Plan of Care. Assists patient with ambulation and transfer, assists patient with range-of-motion exercises/positioning, reinforces dressings as needed; follows infection control procedures and Standard Precautions against Bloodborne Pathogens and other duties as assigned by RN Case Manager or RN Team Lead according to the CNA task list. Provides emotional support and compassionate care to the patient and family unit. Demonstrates listening skills, offers encouragement when appropriate, and practices patience in voice and manner. Assists other Hospice team members in the instruction of the primary caregiver and family, re: physical care, disease process. Offers support and assistance to the primary caregiver and family during the disease process and hospice program involvement. Requirements of the Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA): High school diploma or general education degree (GED) Illinois State Nursing Assistant Certificate Minimum one year nursing home or home health experience in a supervised setting preferred. Must meet state or federal CNA training and competency requirements. Ability to work independently, make accurate, and at times, quick judgements. Ability to respond appropriately to crisis in home setting. Acceptance of and adaptability to different social, racial, cultural, and religious modes. Salary Description We support our employees’ wellbeing and regularly benchmark with other companies in our industry to offer an extensive Total Reward package for this position. The expected base salary range for this role is $18.50 - $23.87 per hour. However, final base pay will be carefully determined based on several factors, including education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data. Additionally, this role may be eligible for other forms of compensation and benefits. About Us: Founded in 1979, Northern Illinois Hospice was created by the community to serve the community. As the region’s first hospice provider, we remain dedicated to delivering extraordinary care that brings comfort, dignity, and peace of mind to patients and families. Our team is made up of your neighbors—caring professionals who live here too—always ready to honor your needs and wishes with compassion and heart. Northern Illinois Hospice is an equal-opportunity employer. We are committed to the full inclusion of all individuals. We recruit, train, compensate, and promote regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, veteran status, and other protected status as required by applicable law. At Northern Illinois Hospice, we believe diversity makes us better. Northern Illinois Hospice is a drug free workplace.

Responsibilities

The Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) provides physical and personal care to hospice patients under the direction of a registered nurse. Responsibilities include assisting with daily living activities, emotional support, and collaborating with the hospice team to ensure quality care.