Maxim Healthcare is hiring a Certified Nursing Assistant to work with our Adult patients in the Southwest Suburbs. Call TODAY at (708) 459-9121 to learn more!

Part time availability Monday through Friday!

We offer great pay & it's weekly pay!

The Certified Nursing Assistant/Personal Care Assistant is a member of the home care team who works under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, and performs various personal care services as necessary to meet the patients’ needs.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Responsibilities of the Certified Nursing Assistant/Patient Care Assistant include, but are not limited to, the following:Bathing (sponge bath, shower, tub, shampoo)Grooming (nail filing, hair care, oral hygiene)Changing bed linenAssisting patients with dressing and undressingSkin care to prevent breakdownAssisting the patient with toileting activitiesKeeping patient’s living area clean and orderly, as appropriatePlans and prepares nutritious mealsAssists in feeding the patient, if necessaryTakes and records oral and axillary temperatures, pulse, respiration, and blood pressure when ordered (with appropriate completed/demonstrated skills competency)Assists with mobility, positioning, transfers, and using transfer/mobility devices as applicable, according to the plan if careAssists with active and passive range of motion exercises and other simple procedures as an extensional therapy service as ordered (with appropriate completed/demonstrated skills competencyAssists patient in the self-administration of medicationDoes patient’s laundry, as appropriateMeets safety needs of patients, including proper use of equipment (foot stools, side rails, etc.), maintains compliance with Maxim Falls Prevention program, Infection Control program, and patient-specific Emergency Management plan as applicableReports patient’s condition and significant changes to the supervising Registered NurseAdherence to Maxim’s documentation and care procedures and standards of personal and professional conductOther duties as assigned

Minimum Requirements:

Successful completion of a nursing assistant/home health aide or competency training and evaluation program as applicable, per State/Federal regulationsSuccessful completion of Maxim’s Clinical Competency Program for home health aides, including successful completion of examinations with score of 80% or higher, and demonstration of all required skills per State/Federal regulationsAbility to read and follow written instructions and document care givenMeets Maxim and applicable State Background Investigation requirementsPossession of current CPR certification and First Aid training/certification as applicable, per State regulationsParticipation in Tuberculosis screening/testing requirements per Maxim policy and as applicable, per State regulationSuccessful completion of Maxim’s orientations/trainings, in-service program, and Maxim training examinations, with a score of 80% or greater

*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status. \t\t\t\t\t\t\t
**Specific Benefits: Medical/Prescription, Dental, Vision, Health Advocacy (company paid if enrolled in Medical), Health Advocate Employee Assistance Program, HSA, 401(k), Short Term Disability, Voluntary Group Life Insurance and Supplemental Accidental Insurance, Hospital Expense Protection Plan, Critical Illness Insurance, Home and Auto Insurance discounts, Pet Insurance, Legal Benefits, Employee Discount Program, Transportation Benefits, College Partnership Program, Paid Time Off. \t\t\t\t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t\t\t\t
\t\t\t\t\tAbout Maxim Healthcare Services \t\t\t\t\tMaxim Healthcare Services has been making a difference in the lives of our patients, caregivers, employees and communities for more than 30 years. We offer private duty nursing, skilled nursing, physical rehabilitation, companion care, respite care and behavioral care for individuals with chronic and acute illnesses and disabilities. Our commitment to quality customer service, compassionate patient care, and filling critical healthcare needs makes us a trusted partner wherever care is needed. \t\t\t\t\t
\t\t\t\t\t \t\t\t\t\tMaxim Healthcare Services is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.