Introduction:
Are you a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) driven by the opportunity to truly impact people's lives? Do you possess a deep passion for delivering exemplary, personalized care to those in need? If your answer is a resounding "Yes," then you could be the professional we're seeking!
Meadowsweet Health Care Center, a renowned provider of home healthcare services in Chicago, is in search of a compassionate and self-motivated CNA to join our dynamic team. We are a collective of esteemed professionals committed to delivering top-notch, patient-centered care to the communities in and around Chicago.
As a CNA at Meadowsweet Health Care Center, your primary responsibilities will include:
- Assisting patients with daily living activities, such as bathing, grooming, and feeding.
- Monitoring and documenting patients' conditions, including physical and mental states, intakes and outputs, and exercise.
- Providing comfort to patients by fostering a positive and serene environment, ensuring maximum privacy and dignity.
- Assisting patients with mobility needs, transfers, and ambulation.
- Checking vital signs regularly and promptly report any changes in the patient's condition to the supervising nurse.
- Maintaining cleanliness in the work environment by making beds, performing light housekeeping, and handling laundry.
Joining Meadowsweet Health Care Center not only allows you to be part of a dedicated team of professionals but also offers a range of benefits, including:
- Competitive salary package ranging from $23 to $30 per hour, based on skills and experience.
- Comprehensive benefits include health insurance, dental and vision coverage, and 401K retirement plans.
- Generous paid time-off (PTO) policy to ensure a healthy work-life balance.
- Ongoing professional development and career advancement opportunities.
- A supportive, inclusive work environment where your contributions are genuinely valued.
To effectively fulfill the role of CNA, you must possess:
- A minimum of one year of professional experience as a CNA (preferably in a home healthcare setting).
- Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.
- A strong sense of empathy, compassion, and dedication to enhancing patients' quality of life.
- The ability to lift or move patients as necessary, while adhering to proper safety protocols.
- Flexible availability, including nights, weekends, and occasional holidays.
- A clean background check and professional references.