Certified Nursing Assistant - CNA

Certified Nursing Assistant - CNA

Immediate openings available in home care.

Are you looking for a CNA job where you can make a difference in people's lives? Do you want to work for a home care agency that truly cares about you? That's where you can shine. We are proud to offer you the opportunity to pursue your passion at your own level, on a flexible schedule, and with the recognition and benefits you need. Come work for us and see how BrightStar Care of Central DuPage employees uphold A Higher Standard.

What We Offer:

At BrightStar Care we value each of our employees and care about their well-being. We strive to provide best-in-class benefits packages, including:

• Competitive pay ranging from $19.00 to $28.00 per hour
• Weekly pay
• Paid Time Off
• Health Insurance
• Paid Training and Continuing Education
• Employee Referral Bonus
• Home care or Facility shifts available
• Team under RN oversight
• Flexible work schedule.
• Supportive team environment focused on professional development.
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in patients' lives.
• Employee Discounts

We strongly live our value of a work-life balance by providing our employees with the following:

• We offer flexible work schedules on a variety of assignments, procedures, and treatments
• Weekend and evening opportunities, in-home and facility-based

Responsibilities

• Providing care as directed by a nursing supervisor
• Providing care according to the patient's plan of care
• Assist patients with personal care such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting
• Subject matter expert in Fall Prevention and Fall Precaution measures
• Monitor and document patients' health status and report any changes to the nursing team
• Support mobility and assist with transfers and exercises as directed
• Help with meal preparation and feeding when necessary
• Maintain a clean, safe, and comfortable environment for patients
• Provide emotional support and companionship to patients
• Follow infection control and safety procedures strictly

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• Valid Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification
• Minimum one (1) year of documented health care experience is required
• Valid Driver's License and Auto Insurance
• Certified CPR with hands-on training, negative TB test, and a work physical within the year.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Compassionate, patient, and reliable with a strong work ethic
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
• Must be able to pass required background checks and screenings
• Empathy for the needs of the client
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English and communicate effectively
• Must be able to stand, walk, squat, bend, kneel, reach, twist, push, and pull. Varied assistance is required depending on client mobility.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds

About the Company

BrightStar Care of Central DuPage is committed to providing exceptional home healthcare services tailored to each client's unique needs. We pride ourselves on our compassionate approach, professional standards, and dedication to improving the quality of life for the individuals and families we serve.

BrightStar Care is an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against applicants due to race, ethnicity, gender, veteran status, or on the basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.