Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Amberwood Care Centre Machesney Park, IL 61103, US

$18 - $26.25 / hour

Amberwood Care Centre is seeking a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) to join their team! The Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) helps patients/residents with comprehensive and personalized health care needs under the supervision of a nurse. The CNA assists patients/residents with activities of daily living to include bathing, dressing, eating, grooming, toileting and exercising.

Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to join the Citadel Healthcare team and make a real difference in the lives of others. Apply today and take the first step towards a rewarding career as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) with us at a Citadel Center.

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Duties and Responsibilities:

Under the direction of the Director of Nursing or CNA Supervisor, the CNAs work closely with the nursing staff to ensure coordination of patient care.
Provides physical support for patients/resident’s daily activities and personal hygiene, including bathing, dressing, grooming, transferring to/from bed, toileting, walking, standing, or exercising.
Turns and repositions bedridden patients.
Ensures proper resident/patient diet based on their dietary restrictions.
Measures and records food and liquid intake.
Examines patients for open wounds, bruises, or blood in urine.
Notes and communicates patient/resident behavior and changes in mood.
Gathers medical supplies.
Cleans rooms and bed linens.
Checks and records vital signs, including blood pressure, pulse, temperature, and respiration rate under the supervision of a licensed nurse.
Answers to patient calls and needs.
May aide patients being transported to and from appointments.
All other duties, as assigned.

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Skills and Abilities:

Good collaboration and teamwork skills with the nursing staff.
Familiarity with symptoms and signs of improvement for a number of medical conditions.
Ability to read, write, speak and understand English.
Meets all health requirements, as required by law.
Ability to relate positively, effectively, and appropriately with residents, families, community members, volunteers and other facility staff.
Demonstrates basic computer knowledge and ability with an aptitude to learn company applications.

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Education and Experience:

High School Diploma or GED.
State Certified Nursing Assistant License/Certification.
Current CPR certificate or become certified within 90 days of employment, preferred. Some facilities may require this.

Physical Requirements:

Walking, reaching, bending, lifting, extended sitting, grasping, fine hand coordination, pushing and pulling, ability to distinguish smells and temperatures, all with or without the aid of mechanical devices is required.
Limited potential for exposure to environmental hazards. Understanding and adherence to company safety standards and protocols required.
Must be able to push, pull move and/or lift a minimum of 25 pounds to a minimum height of 5 feet and be able to push, pull, move and/or carry such weight a minimum distance of 50 feet
May be necessary to assist in the evacuation of residents during emergency situations

Citadel Healthcare Full-Time Benefits:

Daily Pay & Competitive Compensation
401(k) with company match
Medical Insurance
Dental, Vision, and Disability insurance
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Employee Discount Program
Innovative Training Programs
Opportunity for Growth and Advancement
Paid Time Off
And much more!

Why Citadel?

At Citadel, it’s personal. We’re more than a workplace. We’re a community of caregivers, leaders, and changemakers who show up every day with heart and purpose. Whether you're at the bedside or behind the scenes, your work matters here because every role contributes to someone’s comfort, dignity, and healing. When you join Citadel, you’re not just building a career. You’re becoming part of something bigger.

We’ve been honored as a Certified Great Place to Work for three years in a row and named one of Fortune’s Best Workplaces in Aging Services, but the real reward is the difference we make together. Our people are the heart of our mission, and we invest in you with mentorship, growth opportunities, and a culture that sees you, supports you, and celebrates your impact.

Apply to join a growing team today!

Citadel Healthcare has a long and successful history of providing long and short-term skilled nursing care. At Citadel, we are committed to personalized, integrated care that factors in the total well-being of every guest and their family members, and that does not just meet, but exceeds, their expectations. As part of this empathetic, respectful culture of care, we are dedicated to meeting individual preferences and needs in order to help each guest feel at home and achieve an optimal health outcome- our number one goal.

Citadel Healthcare has been nominated as a Great Place to Work. Please click on the link to learn more about our facilities. We look forward to receiving your application! https://www.greatplacetowork.com/certified-company/7020324

We don’t offer care for you-we care about you.

Citadel Healthcare Facilities are Equal Opportunity Employers and do not discriminate based on any protected right such as race, color, nationality, gender, age, disability or any protected applicable right under the National Labor Relations Act.

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