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Field CNA

Lightways Hospice and Serious Illness Care, Chicago, IL, United States


Overview
About Lightways Hospice

Founded in 1982 as Joliet Area Community Hospice, Lightways Hospice and Serious Illness Care is an independent, nonprofit healthcare provider licensed in 11 counties in northwest Illinois. We provide exceptional serious illness care, hospice care and grief support for adults and children. The majority of our direct patient care is in the field with Lightways team members providing care in the home, nursing facility or assisted living facility. We also have a 24-bed inpatient unit in Joliet. Non-clinical staff are based out of our Joliet administrative offices.

Field CNA (DuPage Territory)

The field CNA is a paraprofessional member of the interdisciplinary group who works under the supervision of a registered nurse and performs various services for a patient as necessary to meet the patient's personal needs and to promote comfort. The field CNA is responsible for observing the patient, reporting these observations and documenting observations and care performed.

Key Responsibilities

Provide compassionate care, emotional support, and companionship to patients and families

Assist with personal care, mobility, and daily living activities

Monitor, document, and report patient condition and changes to the RN

Ensure patient safety and proper use of equipment

Maintain a clean, safe, and comfortable home environment

Follow care plans, policies, and participate in training and team activities

Position requires outside travel

Education/Experience

High school diploma or GED.

Meets the training requirements of Illinois.

Current CNA certification.

Requires a valid driver’s license and a dependable, properly insured vehicle that complies with state and organizational standards.

Benefits

401(k) matching

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Pet Insurance

Personal Time Off

Holiday Paid

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