Elderly caregiver Jobs in Chicago, IL

The Caregiver / CNA will provide assistance with daily living activities for residents with Alzheimer's / Dementia. You may be required to respond to emergency calls and situations, document and report care provided, and transport residents to various functions or locations. Familiarity with Alzheimer's / Dementia, and a willingness to work with the elderly population is essential for this role.

Working at Artis Senior Living, you'll play an integral role on a dynamic team helping people living with dementia achieve the essential human needs of purpose, belonging and joy by building a bridge between their lifelong identity and present daily life - we call this act of service "Honoring Yesterday & Celebrating Today." We like to think that Artis associates are the most thoughtful people on the planet, so in return - they deserve to feel safe, supported, and inspired to grow. We truly look forward to you being part of the Artis family! We are proud to be a Great Place to Work Certified company.

The Care Partner / CNA will :

• Assist with activities of daily living such as grooming, oral hygiene, toileting, bathing / showering, eating, etc.
• Assist with personal and household chores, such as tidying up room, errands, delivering mail and / or newspapers.
• Transport residents within the community to meals, enrichment activities, and other programs as needed.
• Ensure resident care plans are reviewed and followed consistently.
• Observe and monitor residents for behavioral changes and / or adverse reactions to medications or treatment plans. Communicate any changes to clinical staff immediately, as well as document changes thoroughly.
• Respond to emergency calls, resident / visitor's requests and correct environment hazards in a timely, appropriate and safe manner.
• Observe community policies and procedures regarding resident and team member safety, attendance, timeliness, house rules, teamwork, and resident service.
• Maintain professionalism and resident confidentiality at all times.
• Adhere to all Infection Prevention, OSHA, fire and safety regulations at all times, to ensure the safety and well-being of all community residents.
• Perform all other duties as requested.

Education Requirements :

• Must possess current CNA certification.
• Fulfill and maintain continuing education credits as required by state.
• Must be willing to obtain and / or maintain current First Aid / CPR certification.