Certified Nursing Assistant

Certified Nursing Assistant

Job Category: Healthcare Requisition Number: CERTI001868

Posted: June 2, 2026

Part-Time On-site Lake Forest Place LAKE FOREST, IL 60045, USA

Job Details

Description

$20.35- $29.30 Hourly Rate (Based on years of experience) plus shift and weekend differentials. Lake Forest Place | Part Time | Assisted Living Department | 7am-11am, every other weekend (Saturday, Sunday).

Are you looking for a team where you can bring your passion, strengths, and best self as a Certified Nursing Assistant?

At Lake Forest Place, you'll join a mission-driven community where employees work together to deliver a truly personalized experience for our residents. Our team values collaboration, compassion, and shared expertise, and we're searching for individuals who lead with heart and help create a positive, uplifting environment.

If you're someone who enjoys making a difference, building meaningful connections, and contributing to a workplace centered on wellness, independence, joy, and security, you'll feel right at home here.

Why YOU Will Love Working With Us

A Supportive, People-Centered Culture

We're proud to be recognized as a Great Place to Work®, a certification that reflects our commitment to creating an inclusive, supportive, and engaging workplace for all team members.

Comprehensive Benefits That Care for You

• Health & Wellness: Wellhub, and onsite fitness
• Financial Security: PTO rollover/sellback, 403(b) with match, commuter benefits, financial counseling
• Peace of Mind: EAP support
• Growth & Development: Tuition reimbursement, scholarships, mentorship, and career pathways
• Community & Connection: Engagement events and 24/7 chaplain counseling for emotional/spiritual support

Position Overview

The main function of this position is to provide direct and indirect care under supervision of the nurse to a selected group of residents. This role can be in skilled care department or assisted living department. The minimum education, experience and qualifications for this position are: current certification as a nursing assistant with the Illinois Department of Public Health; able to speak, read, write and comprehend English skills needed to use medical terminology on the job; ability to do simple arithmetic; good communication skills; interest in working with older adults; and general knowledge of the needs of geriatric residents

Key Responsibilities

• Carries out nursing care with the scope of education/training and ability as assigned by charge nurse.
• Adheres to the policies and procedures of Presbyterian Homes standards of care of the nursing department.
• Guards residents' rights.
• Communicates properly with co-workers, supervisors, other employees and visitors. Interacts with residents to meet their social and recreational needs.
• Uses good interpersonal skills in establishing a relationship with the residents.
• Assists residents with activities of daily living as needed.
• Performs other related duties as assigned by Charge Nurse.

Qualifications & Skills

• CNA Certification in the state of Illinois.
• CPR certified, Accredited by American Heart Association.
• Reading, writing, and comprehension skilled needed to use medical terminology on the job.
• Ability to do simple arithmetic.
• Good communication skills.
• Long-term care experience preferred but not required.
• General knowledge of the needs of general patients.

About Presbyterian Living

Presbyterian Living is an independent, not-for-profit senior living organization offering a full continuum of care—including independent living, assisted living, skilled nursing, and memory care. Since 1904, we've welcomed people from all backgrounds across our communities in Evanston (Westminster Place & Ten Twenty Grove), Lake Forest (Lake Forest Place), and Arlington Heights (The Moorings).

What sets us apart is our commitment to people - residents, families, and employees alike. We're a compassionate, mission-driven organization where team members feel supported, valued, and inspired to make a meaningful difference each day.

Ready to Join a Team That Feels Like Family?! If you're passionate about helping others, excited to grow in your career, and eager to make a real impact, we'd love to meet you.

Apply today and discover the difference you can make at Lake Forest Place!

Qualifications

Behaviors

Preferred: Detail Oriented

Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

Motivations

Preferred: Growth Opportunities

Inspired to perform well by the chance to take on more responsibility

Licenses & Certifications

Required: CPR Certification

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