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Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
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What they do
A Nursing Assistant provides hospital and nursing home patients with basic care and assists them with daily activities. Helps patients with dressing, washing, and feeding. May perform basic medical care under the direction of a nurse or other medical professional. These roles typically require completion of a regional agency-approved training program in order to obtain a certification before practicing.
$37,664 / year median in Illinois
+6% projected growth
Job Description
Who is Alpharus Health?
Alpharus Health is a national nonprofit behavioral health provider dedicated to helping people build healthier lives. For nearly 60 years, we have provided substance use and mental health treatment that helps individuals, families, and communities find healing, hope, and lasting wellbeing.
Our mission is simple:
We help people build healthier lives. By combining clinical expertise with a person-centered approach, we help people build the skills, resilience, and support systems needed to create meaningful, lasting change. Why join us? Consider joining our team, where your impact can be truly meaningful. Our organization focuses on delivering high quality clinical services as a recognized leader in evidence-based treatment proven to get results. By joining our team, you'll be working for an organization that values you and aims to be an employer of choice. You can expect to be part of a vibrant culture that emphasizes teamwork and professional growth. When you join us, you have the opportunity to find both personal and professional fulfillment by aligning your career with your values.Location:
Caseyville Residential Treatment Facility - 600 W Lincoln Ave, Caseyville, IL 62232,USA Work Schedule:
3 12-hr Day Shifts; 6:00AM - 7:00PM + every other weekend Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) responsbilities: Assisting the nursing staff in providing care to clients in a residential treatment environment Under the supervision of a registered nurse, taking client vital signs including temperature, pulse, respiration rate, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels; and documenting readings as appropriate Monitoring clients' self-administration of medication and observing medical reactions and reporting any changes or concerns to nursing staff Conducting periodic dorm checks, client, and property searches to ensure the safety and well-being of clients Performing a variety of other tasks such as storing supplies, changing biohazard bags, answering telephones, photocopying, scanning and filing documents and formsJob Requirements:
Current certification as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) required Minimum 6 months related work experience as a nursing or medical assistant required Current CPR required Experience with adults/adolescents in a residential treatment center a plusPhysical Requirements:
Normal or corrected vision, necessary to read thermometers, blood pressure gauges, blood sugar results, and so forth; and to see and evaluate presented symptoms and injuries. Ability to stoop and bend, reach and grab with arms and hands, and ability to walk, stand and move about for up to two hours at a time. Communication abilities necessary to gather and exchange information with clients and staff in person or by telephone, and provide care instructions. Ability to respond to telephone, pages and intercoms, and hear speech. Ability to use a keyboard and video display terminal to receive, retrieve, and/or audit information and data on a regular basis. Ability to lift up to 20 pounds, if necessary, to assist clients who may require assistance. Compensation (based on experience and credentials): $16.93 - $24.47 per hour Alpharus Health conducts annual reviews including merit increases. Benefits atAlpharus:
Health and Wellness:
Medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and dependents Employee wellness program promoting health and fitness and offering cash-saving premiums Employee assistance programs focused on mental healthFinancial Wellbeing:
403(b) Retirement Plan with 3% employer match Short-term and Long-term Disability and Life and AD&D Insurance paid for by Alpharus Flexible Spending Accounts for medical and dependent care Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)Flexibility and Time Off:
18 paid time off days per year - accrual rates increase with years of service 9 paid company holidaysWork-life-balance Personal Development:
Training & Development Programs Tuition Reimbursement - up to $5,250 per calendar year eLearning access to online courses that provide CEU's and job-related trainingClinical Supervision:
Formal and informal guidance Alpharus Health is anEqual Opportunity Employer:
Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/ Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets. Please view Equal Employment Opportunity Posters provided by OFCCP here.Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Financial Aid/Assistance
- 403(b) Tax-Sheltered Annuity Plans
- Other Retirement and Savings