EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS

• Required: High School diploma or equivalent; Current Illinois Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification for Long Term Care; Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification within three (3) months of hire

EXPERIENCE

• Preferred: Prior experience in long-term care or skilled nursing; Experience with electronic documentation helpful.

SKILLS

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
• Basic computer knowledge
• Commitment to resident dignity, safety, and customer service
• Ability to work collaboratively within a care team

At Fairfield Memorial Hospital, we seek highly skilled, compassionate employees to continue our healing mission: to positively influence the health of those we serve. Our team is committed to providing the best possible patient experience. FMH is also committed to providing our team members with an environment that allows them to do their best work while providing opportunities for ongoing professional development.

NATURE OF WORK

The Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) provides direct, indirect, and restorative care to residents under the supervision of a Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse. This role supports residents with activities of daily living, ensures comfort and safety, and maintains a clean environment. The CNA assists with mobility, hygiene, nutrition, vital signs, and documentation, contributing to high-quality care in the Skilled Care Unit.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide personal care and assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and hygiene.
• Assist with resident mobility, including ambulation, transfers, turning, and positioning using proper body mechanics and equipment such as Hoyer lifts.
• Obtain and document vital signs, weights, intake/output, and other observations accurately and promptly.
• Support restorative and rehabilitative activities, including range-of-motion exercises as directed by therapy staff.
• Assist with meals by preparing residents, serving trays, feeding as needed, and supporting hydration and nourishment programs.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized resident environment, including linen management and infection control practices.
• Observe and report changes in resident condition, behavior, or skin integrity to nursing staff.
• Participate in resident admissions, transfers, and discharges, ensuring comfort, dignity, and accurate documentation.

BENEFITS

• 403(b) Retirement Plan
• 457 Retirement Plan
• PPO Health Insurance Plan
• HDHP Health Insurance Plan w/ Health Savings Account
• Dental Insurance Plan
• Vision Insurance Plan
• Short and Long Term Disability Insurance
• Basic and Voluntary Life Insurance Plans
• Paid Time Off (Vacation/Sick/Illinois Paid Leave/Holiday)
• Flexible Work Schedules
• Professional Development Opportunities

WHAT FMH HAS TO OFFER:
When working with FMH, you can expect salary and benefit package competitively placed within the local market, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, retirement, with company match, referral bonuses and more.

FMH is a drug-free workplace. As a condition of employment, all hires are required to pass a pre-employment drug test.

FMH believes that Our People are our strongest tool for success. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against applicants due to veteran status or on the basis of disability. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, or gender identity.