Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Certified Nursing Assistant, Job, Full-Time, Part-Time, and Weekend-Only

Misericordia Heart of Mercy is hiring Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) for high acuity residents to work full-time, part-time, or weekend-only shifts for the Chicago campus.

Make a lasting impact on the lives of people with disabilities at Misericordia Heart of Mercy.

As a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), you will have the opportunity to make a difference in peoples’ lives by providing care to residents with profound developmental or intellectual disabilities. CNAs will carefully supervise and assist residents with daily tasks including but not limited to bathing, toileting, feeding as well as ensuring residents attend therapy, schooling, and recreational activities.

We welcome all levels of experience including new grads and experienced CNAs. The ideal candidate is dependable, compassionate, and committed to providing the highest quality of life to residents. Become a part of a caring team while you advance your career.

CNA Responsibilities:

• Provide total care for residents including bathing, feeding, changing, and repositioning
• Assist residents with schooling, work programs, therapy, and recreational activities
• Ensure cleanliness of residents, bedrooms, common spaces, and equipment
• Responsible for residents throughout the day to ensure safety
• Closely engage with residents to become familiar with their needs
• Act as the voice for residents who are unable to advocate their own needs

Education and Experience Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Successfully complete the Misericordia one-week CNA Orientation Training Class
• Hold current and active CNA license in the State of Illinois or provide test date of future certification.
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Successful clearance of background check, physical and drug screen
• Able to lift 40 pounds, unassisted
• We are requiring all employees to be fully vaccinated by the first day of hire for the safety and well-being of our residents and staff. This requires proof of Covid-19 vaccination with at least 2 weeks post the 2nd vaccination dose by start date.

Benefits:

• Health, vision, and dental insurance
• 401K Matching
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement after working with us for one year
• Growth opportunities throughout the company
• Access to various professional trainings
• Rewarding work, positively impacting the lives of many
• Free access to indoor pool and fitness center

CNA Schedule:

• Full-time, part-time, relief, and weekend-only shifts available
• Day shift: 6am-2pm
• Evening shift: 2pm-10pm
• Overnight shift: 10pm-6am
• Some weekends and holidays required

Salary:

• High school diploma/GED:
  1. AM shift: $17/hr
  2. AM weekend shift: $19/hr
  3. PM/Overnight Shift: $18.50/hr
  4. PM/Overnight Weekend Shift: $20/hr
• Four-year degree:
  1. AM shift: $18/hr
  2. AM weekend shift: $20/hr
  3. PM/Overnight Shift: $19.50/hr
  4. PM/Overnight Weekend Shift: $21/hr

Misericordia Heart of Mercy is home to over 600 children and adults with mild to profound developmental disabilities. We maximize our residents’ independence, self-determination, and interpersonal relationships and offer peace of mind to families with guidance of our core values – Quality of Life, Connection, Diversity and Inclusion, Responsibility and Spirituality.

“The amount of training I received initially helped me feel equipped to carry out my role as a CNA, but the ongoing support from my supervisors and my co-workers is what makes the difference in creating a great work culture.” -CNA at Misericordia Heart of Mercy

COVID-19 Response

Misericordia Heart of Mercy is taking every measure to ensure the safety and well-being of both our staff and residents during the time of COVID-19. This includes enhanced cleaning practices and universal masking. We have an appropriate amount of PPE’s to meet all of the guidelines set forth by CDC.

EOE

Misericordia is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) according to Title 44, Ill. Administrative Code, and Subpart C Section 750.150.

Apply today to start making a lasting impact on the lives of people with developmental disabilities while advancing your career!

Job Requirements:

• Provide total care for residents including bathing, feeding, changing, and repositioning
• Assist residents with schooling, work programs, therapy, and recreational activities
• Ensure cleanliness of residents, bedrooms, common spaces, and equipment
• Responsible for residents throughout the day to ensure safety
• Closely engage with residents to become familiar with their needs
• Act as the voice for residents who are unable to advocate their own needs