CNA (Certified Nursing Assistant) Assisted Living

Company: Lincolnwood Place
Location: Skokie
Posted on: August 26, 2024

Job Description:

Full time day shift (6 am- 2 pm)Weekends (PM: 2pm - 10pm)- (every weekend or every other weekend)Weekends Overnight (10 pm - 6 am) every weekend or every other weekendCompensationUp to $19.00 / hour, based on experienceBenefitsSenior Lifestyle offers a comprehensive benefits plan to eligible team members including:health, dental, vision benefitsretirement benefitsshort-term + long-term disabilitypaid time offAll Senior Lifestyle positions are eligible to use DailyPay, an application that allows you to access your earned but unpaid wages before your next payday.Position Summary:This position is responsible for caring for the residents under the direction and supervision of a registered nurse or a LPN/LVN or Director of Nursing.Essential Functions:Take and record vital signs.Measure and record height, weight, and fluid intake/output.Recognize abnormal changes in body functioning and importance of reporting suchchanges to a supervisor.Assist as needed with medication reminders, bathing, grooming, dressing, escortservice, and other activities of daily living.Transfer, position, and turn residents.Provide skin care.Contribute to the resident's assessment and the plan of care.Provide nursing rehabilitation/restorative nursing services.Care for residents with dementia.Follow the schedule of resident's needs set out by supervisor.Provide emotional and social support to residents.Promote and protect resident rights, assist residents to make informed decisions, treat residents with dignity and respect, protect resident's personal belongings, report suspected abuse or neglect, avoid the need for physical restraints in accordance with the current professional standards, and support independent expression, choice, and decision-making consistent with applicable law and regulation.Inform supervisor of any resident issues or concerns.Respect and encourage the independence and dignity of the residents.Respect residents' confidentiality.Familiar with emergency equipment and procedures.Understand duties during a fire drill and is familiar with evacuation plan.Attend all required training, in-service, and staff meetings.Strive to maintain a safe working environment through the prevention of accidents, the preservation of equipment, and the achievement of safe working practices.Maintain a positive and professional demeanor toward residents, visitors, families, and co-workers.Adhere to all policies and procedures of Senior Lifestyle Corporation.Perform other duties as assigned.Qualifications/Skills/Educational Requirements:Level of Formal Education: A High School Diploma or General Education Degree; or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
Years of Experience: -at least one-year related experienceType of Experience: skilled, sub-acute or memory careSpecial Certifications: CNA licensureTechnical Competencies: Basic computer skills
Skills and Ability:--- Ability to work as part of a team and handle multiple tasks safely and effectively.--- Proficient verbal and written communication skills.Personal Attributes: Dedicated, compassionate, and energetic

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