Job Description
Join our award-winning healthcare team in Chicago and make an immediate impact! We're urgently hiring compassionate Certified Nursing Assistants with a $2,500 sign-on bonus for qualified candidates. As a CNA with Heartland HealthCare, you'll deliver exceptional patient care in a supportive environment with state-of-the-art facilities and flexible scheduling options. Enjoy comprehensive benefits, paid training, and career advancement opportunities while serving Chicago's diverse communities.
Why Choose Us?
- Immediate start dates available
- Competitive pay + weekly overtime opportunities
- Tuition reimbursement programs
- Free uniform and PPE provided
- Recognition programs for top performers
Responsibilities
- Provide compassionate daily care to patients including bathing, dressing, and feeding assistance
- Monitor and document vital signs, patient conditions, and care activities
- Assist with mobility transfers and use of adaptive equipment
- Collaborate with nursing staff to develop and implement care plans
- Maintain clean, organized patient environments and equipment
- Respond promptly to patient call lights and emergency situations
- Participate in interdisciplinary care team meetings
Qualifications
- Current Illinois CNA certification in good standing
- Minimum 6 months of recent CNA experience in long-term care or acute care setting
- Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) certification required
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and stand/walk for extended periods
- Strong communication skills and empathy for elderly patients
- Flexibility to work weekends, evenings, and holidays as needed
- Pass background check and pre-employment health screening
- Proficiency in electronic health record documentation