Job Description

NEW STARTING WAGES BASED ON EXPERIENCE $18 - $24.50 per hour

CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT - CNA

The Loft Rehabilitation and Nursing of Decatur is a skilled nursing facility located in Decatur, Illinois. At The Loft our commitment is to quality resident experience along with strong, evidence-based best practices. We know one of the best ways to achieve this is to have the same commitment to employee satisfaction. At The Loft of Decatur, you will be a valued part of The Team!

JOB SUMMARY FOR CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT – CNA:

We are currently seeking the professional skills of a CNA. This position will be responsible for assisting residents with activities for daily living. This position does require IDPH CNA certification. To provide outstanding resident care, experience in a geriatric setting is preferred with the demonstrated ability to work effectively with residents and personnel.

Major Duties and Responsibilities for Certified Nursing Assistant - CNA:

• Assist nurses by providing ADL services: Bathing, grooming, dressing, meals, etc.
• Document vital signs, weight, meal intake, bowel and bladder, etc.
• Assist with Restorative Nursing duties
• Answer call lights promptly
• Performs CNA skills
• Observes and adheres to all facility safety policies and procedures
• Identifies safety hazards and emergency situations and helps initiate corrective action
• Identifies special resident problems, reports them immediately to the nurse, and takes an active role to help problem solve to resolve the issues
• Assumes accountability of compliance with federal, state, and local regulations within the unit assigned and within his or her work span
• Reviews resident profiles and perform nursing cares as outlined
• Able to work independently and is flexible to work all areas when needed
• Correctly completes required ADL tracking
• Observe infection control procedures
• Always leave the resident in a safe environment
• Ambulates and transfers resident per their transfer policy
• Helps to mentor new CNAs
• Restock supplies for the next shift

REQUIREMENTS FOR THE CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT – CNA:

• Current CNA certification in Illinois
• Active and eligible on the Healthcare Registry
• Must have reliable transportation to work
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to work as a team
• Maintain an empathetic attitude
• Possess effective communication skills
• Compassion for the elderly

We offer competitive wages with vacation time, sick time, and holiday pay. We also offer medical, dental, vision, and life insurance for all full-time positions.

If you have a desire to make a difference in people's lives, apply today!