Provide essential direct care to residents in a skilled nursing facility, including assistance with activities of daily living and basic medical tasks. Monitor and record vital signs while documenting patient conditions and collaborating with the nursing team to ensure resident well-being.
Requirements summary
Requires an active CNA certification in Illinois and BLS certification. Previous experience in long-term care or skilled nursing is preferred, along with the physical ability to lift and transfer patients.
professional certificateHIPAA ComplianceInterpersonal CommunicationCompassionate CarePatient SafetyWound CareInfection ControlVital Signs MonitoringPatient DocumentationCatheter CareActivities Of Daily Living (ADLs)Patient MobilityBasic Life Support (BLS)
Job description
Overview
Riverside Medical Center is seeking a dedicated and experienced Certified Nursing Assistant to join our Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) team in Kankakee, Illinois.
The Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) provides essential direct care to residents in a skilled nursing facility, supporting their daily living needs and assisting with healthcare tasks under the supervision of licensed nursing staff.
The CNA plays a crucial role in maintaining the comfort, safety, and well-being of residents while contributing to the overall effectiveness of the nursing team.
Demonstrates flexibility with assignments within professional scope/duties/licensure.
Essential Duties Direct Patient Care: Assist residents with activities of daily living (ADLs), including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and eating.
Help residents with mobility, including transferring, positioning, and walking, to enhance their comfort and prevent falls.
Provide companionship and emotional support to residents, fostering a caring and supportive environment.
Monitoring and Reporting: Monitor and record residents' vital signs such as temperature, blood pressure, pulse, and respiration.
Observe and report changes in residents conditions or behaviors to the supervising nurse or healthcare team.
Document care provided, including any incidents, changes in condition, or resident responses, accurately and in a timely manner.
Assistance with Medical Tasks: Assist with basic medical tasks as directed by licensed nursing staff, including wound care, catheter care, and applying topical treatments(non-medicated).
Prepare and assist with medical equipment and supplies as needed for procedures and treatments.
Ensure that all medical tasks are performed safely and in compliance with facility protocols.
Hygiene and Infection Control: Follow infection control practices and protocols, including hand hygiene, use of personal protective equipment (PPE), and proper sanitation of equipment.
Ensure residents environments are clean, safe, and conducive to their health and well-being.
Assist with maintaining a clean and organized work area, including residents rooms and common areas.
Resident Interaction and Support: Provide respectful and compassionate care, maintaining the dignity and privacy of residents at all times.
Benefits
Dental Insurance
Life Insurance
Paid Time Off
Vision Insurance
Medical Insurance
Health Savings Account
Short-Term Disability
Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Account
Educational Assistance Program
Retirement Plans With Employer Match
Engage with residents in a positive and supportive manner, addressing their needs, preferences, and concerns.
Assist with recreational and social activities to enhance residents quality of life and emotional well-being.
Collaboration and Communication: Work effectively with the nursing team, including RNs, LPNs, and other CNAs, to provide coordinated and comprehensive care.
Communicate effectively with residents and their families regarding care plans, changes in condition, and other relevant information.
Participate in team meetings and care plan discussions to ensure that residents' needs are addressed.
Documentation and Compliance: Accurately document all aspects of care provided, including observations, interventions, and resident responses.
Ensure compliance with facility policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements related to care and documentation.
Participate in audits and quality improvement activities to support high standards of care.
Organization Compliance: Adhere to all applicable federal, state, and local regulations, including those related to infection control, safety, abuse, neglect, and resident privacy (HIPAA).
Mentor and guide less experienced nursing staff and assist with training new employees.
Promote a positive and supportive environment for both residents and staff.
Regularly complete all assigned training modules and courses within the Learning Management System (LMS) to stay up to date on required skills, policies, and industry standards Our Commitment to You: Riverside Healthcare offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and nationally rated employee well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so your journey at and away from work is remarkable.
Our Total Rewards package includes: Compensation Base compensation within the position’s pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training Premium pay such as shift differential, on-call Opportunity for annual increases based on performance Benefits and more Paid Time Off programs Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs Educational Assistance Program This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent.
It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent.
Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.
Responsibilities
Preferred Experience Previous experience in a healthcare setting preferred, especially in long-term care or skilled nursing. Strong interpersonal and communication skills, ability to perform physical tasks required for patient care, and proficiency in basic nursing procedures. Compassionate, patient-centered approach with a commitment to providing high-quality care and maintaining residents dignity. Required Licensure/Education Active CNA certification in Illinois BLS Employee Health Requirements Exposure to: Chemicals: As listed in MSDS manual; chemotherapeutic agents, Disinfectants, room deodorizers, Betadine Video Display Terminals: Average Blood and Body Fluids: Blood and urine - High risk - administers direct resident care TB or Airborne Pathogens: High risk - administers direct resident care Sensory requirements (speech, vision, smell, hearing, touch): Speech: Needed to communicate with patient families, ancillary staff, MDs (ex: report on patient status, instruct patient/family re: teaching needs, goals.) Vision: Needed to see emergency exits/equipment; required to perform assessments of patients status; read orders; operate equipment; change empty bags, recognize and respond to safety procedures/emergencies.
Smell
Needs to note presence of incontinence, emergency situations (fire, smoke) and assessment of drainage for foul smell.
Hearing
Needed to hear call lights, patient verbalization for assistance, patient concerns, emergency alarms, paging system, communication on telephone and hearing B/P; respond to safety procedures/emergencies.
Touch
Needed to perform percussive assessments and to comfort patients, manipulate tools/equipment; assess skin conditions and assess pulse. Activity/Lifting Requirement Percentage of time during the normal workday the employee is required to:
Sit: 10%
Twist: 20%
Stand: 30%
Crawl: 5%
Walk: 20%
Kneel: 5%
Lift: 20%
Drive: 0%
Squat: 10%
Climb: 5%
Bend: 10%
Reach above shoulders: 5% The weight required to be lifted each normal workday according to the continuum described below:
Up to 10 lbs:
Frequently
Up to 20 lbs:
Frequently
Up to 35 lbs:
Frequently
Up to 60 lbs:
Occasionally
Up to 75 lbs:
Not required
Up to 100 lbs:
Not required
Over 100 lbs: Not required Describe and explain the lifting and carrying requirements. (Example: the distance material is carried; how high material is lifted, etc.): Linen, IV equipment, pumps carried waist high from utility rooms/med rooms to patient rooms. Patient trays are carried waist high from corridor to patient room. Patients lifted from cart to bed in horizontal position. Patients transferred from bed to chair in an emergency, a patient may be lifted from floor to bed. Fire extinguisher at waist height. Reaching above shoulders to equipment in overhead storage. If more than 35 lbs. is to be moved, the expectation is that the individual will seek help and if applicable use minimal life equipment. Maximum consecutive time (minutes) during the normal workday for each activity:
Sit: 20
Twist: 45
Stand: 60
Crawl: 5
Walk: 10
Kneel: 5
Lift: 45
Drive: 0
Squat: 10
Climb: 5
Bend: 10
Reach above shoulders: 5
Repetitive use of hands (Frequency indicated): Simple grasp Yes 15 lbs.
Normal weight: daily Pushing & pulling Yes 15 lbs.
Normal weight: 50-200lbs daily
Fine
Manipulation: Transfer to a wheelchair, writing skills required. Use of equipment, suction /NG, assisting with ADL's - buttoning, zipping, opening cartons, and packages.
Repetitive use of foot or feet in operating machine control: Not required Environmental
Factors &
Special
Hazards
Environmental
Factors (Time
Spent):
Inside hours: 8
Outside hours : 0
Temperature:
Normal
Range
Lighting:
Average
Noise levels:
Average
Humidity:
Normal
Range
Atmosphere:
Odors
Special
Hazards:
Radiation,
Chemical,
Other: Occasional exposure to s-ray in patient room to agents, frequent exposure to sharp needles, blades.
Protective
Clothing
Required: As required for Universal Precautions special isolation (gloves, gowns, mask).
