CNA Field Specialist
- Chicago, IL
- $23.00 per hour
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Providing general supervision of the Certified Nurse Assistant’s and Home Health Aides
- Participate in onboarding and training activities
- Serve as a fill in when staff members call off as needed per scheduled days
- Providing care as directed by a nursing supervisor, including but not limited to: transferring, bathing, grooming, oral care, dressing, undressing, toileting activities, taking and recording vital signs, and assisting with height and weight measurements, if necessary
- Providing care according to the patient’s plan of care, assistance with daily tasks, including but not limited to: feeding, meal preparation, linen changes, light housekeeping, providing transportation to doctor appointments, outdoor activities, and shopping
- Licensed driver with insured and reliable automobile
- High school diploma or GED
- Successful completion of a nursing assistant program
- A current, valid state certification and in good standing
- Certified CPR and negative TB skin test or chest x-ray
- Minimum one (1) year of documented health care experience is required (unless participating in an approved Mentor Program)
- Self-directing with the ability to work with little direct supervision
- Empathy for the needs of the client
- Ability to read, write, speak and understand English and communicate effectively
- Treats clients, staff and the public with courtesy, respect and presents a positive public image.
- Works as a team member.
- Ensures confidentiality and security of the client’s medical information.
- Must be able to stand walk, squat, bend, kneel, reach, twist, push and pull. Varied assistance is required depending on the mobility of the client. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds