Hospice Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Job at Elara Caring, Des Plaines, IL

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  • Elara Caring
  • Des Plaines, IL

Job Description

At Elara Caring, we have a unique opportunity to play a huge role in the growth of an entire home care industry. Here, each employee has the chance to make a real difference by carrying out our mission every day. Join our elite team of healthcare professionals, providing the Right Care, at the Right Time, in the Right Place.Job Description:Hospice Certified Nursing AssistantBring Comfort. Bring Dignity. Bring Care Home.Monday -Friday 8:00am to 5:00 pmAt Elara Caring, we believe the best place for healing and comfort is right where patients live — and you play a vital role in making that possible. As a Hospice CNA, you’re not just providing care — you’re offering compassion, support, and a calming presence to patients and families during one of life’s most meaningful journeys.Becoming a Hospice CNA (Certified Nursing Assistant) is a deeply meaningful career choice. It’s not just about providing care — it’s about being present during one of life’s most vulnerable and sacred times. You’re not just a caregiver. You’re a listener, a calm presence, and often, a lifeline of emotional support. For families, your kindness brings comfort. For patients, your care brings dignity and relief.Territory: Northern Half of Cook CountyOn an Average day, you will: Upholds Elara Caring’s mission and vision while adhering to organizational policies, HIPAA, safety, and infection control standards.Provides direct patient care under RN supervision, including hygiene, mobility support, vital sign monitoring, and assistance with daily living activities.Performs specialized tasks such as ostomy care, catheter care, dressing changes, and safe use of medical equipment.Observes and reports changes in the client's condition or environment to supervisors and follows care plans as directed.Maintains professional appearance and positive, respectful communication with patients, families, and team members.Responds appropriately to emergency situations and supports medication reminders without administering medication.Participates in required training and in-service programs to maintain compliance and enhance care quality.Promotes a safe, supportive, and patient-centered care environment aligned with Elara Caring’s philosophy.Why Choose Elara:Be part of a collaborative, compassionate teamExperience the rewarding impact of hospice careCompetitive pay and comprehensive benefitsThorough onboarding, mentorship, and preceptor supportFree ongoing continuing education (CEs)Opportunities for career advancementMedical, dental, and vision insurance (available after 30 days)401(k) with employer match, paid time off, and holiday payFleet vehicles available per company policyPersonal Protective Equipment (PPE) provided for your safetyWhat is Required?High School Diploma or GED equivalent required1 year of experience as a Hospice Aide or Nursing Assistant is requiredState-established or other Hospice Aide training programValid driver’s license and insurance and reliable transportation to perform job tasks50% travelAs a Hospice CNA, you have the unique opportunity to offer comfort, dignity, and compassion to patients and their families when they need it most. Your hands-on care — from helping with daily activities to simply holding someone’s hand — becomes a source of peace and reassurance. You make each day a little easier, a little lighter, and a lot more human.We value the unique skills of veterans and military spouses. We encourage applications from military veterans and their families.Elara Caring provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), race, color, age (40 and older), national origin, religion, disability, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender reassignment, protected veteran status, or any other basis prohibited under applicable federal, state or local law.Elara Caring participates in E-Verify and we will provide the Federal Government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States. Employers like Elara Caring can only use E-Verify once you have accepted the job offer and completed the Form I-9.At Elara Caring, pay and compensation are determined by a variety of factors, including education, job-related knowledge, skills, training, and experience. Our compensation structure reflects the cost of labor across different U.S. geographic markets, and may vary based on location.This is not a comprehensive list of all job responsibilities and requirements; upon request, a job description can be provided.If you are an individual with a disability and are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our career site as a result of your disability, you may request reasonable accommodations by reaching out to recruiting@elara.com.About UsOur Work Experience is the combination of everything that's unique about us: our culture, our core values, our company meetings, our commitment to sustainability, our recognition programs, but most importantly, it's our people. Our employees are self-disciplined, hard working, curious, trustworthy, humble, and truthful. They make choices according to what is best for the team, they live for opportunities to collaborate and make a difference, and they make us the #1 Top Workplace in the area.

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