Careers at The Selfhelp Home

Pay: $40.00 – $45.00 per hour based on experience

Are you a compassionate, highly qualified, and skilled Registered Nurse (RN) with a love for providing outstanding care and customer service? Do you want to work on the beautiful Northside of Chicago in a 5 Star residential community while making a difference in peoples’ lives? If so, then The Selfhelp Home, a Continuing Care Retirement Community wants you! We are seeking full-time or part-time  positions in our skilled nursing area. 

The Selfhelp Home is a not-for-profit Jewish retirement community on the north side of Chicago with a tradition of caring that is celebrating over 70 years. Selfhelp ranks at the top nationwide for nursing care and maintains the highest possible star rating with Medicare and we are Accredited by The Joint Commission. Selfhelp was awarded Best Nursing Homes and Best Short-Term Stays by US News and World Report, in 2022 and for the past consecutive 8 years. 

All positions in the community require that we ask about your vaccination status. This includes recent TB test, flu, HEP B and COVID-19 vaccine status. Please note that all employees are required to provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination and mandated Boosters. 

JOB DESCRIPTION:

The primary role of the staff nurse is to provide direct nursing and related services to attain or maintain the highest possible physical, mental, and psycho-social well-being of each resident, as determined by resident assessments and individual plan of care in his/her assigned unit. He/she assures quality of care by adhering to the therapeutic standards; measuring clinical outcomes against resident’s care goals and standards; making and recommending necessary adjustments; following facility and department philosophies and standards of care set by the professional nursing standards and, the governing agency regulations. He/she manages and directs care staff under guidance of the residents assigned to the unit

REQUIREMENTS:

Job requirements are as follows: 

All candidates will be required to pass a criminal background check, drug screen and physical exam.

• Current State of Illinois RN license
• At least 1 year of experience in long-term care, rehabilitation, assisted living or memory care facility 
• Knowledge of nursing professional standards, state and federal regulations pertaining to nursing services. 
• Proven clinical and supervisory skills
• Current CPR certification
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• High level of professionalism and customer service

BENEFITS

We offer a comprehensive benefits package to all eligible associates including medical- dental- vision insurance- 403B plan- disability insurance- life insurance- PTO plan- competitive wages- Meals Provided-Excellent working environment, and much more.

Full Time or Part Time

The Selfhelp Home

The Selfhelp Home is a not-for-profit Jewish retirement community on the north side of Chicago with a tradition of caring that is celebrating over 70 years. Selfhelp ranks at the top nationwide for nursing care and maintains the highest possible star rating with Medicare and we are Accredited by The Joint Commission. Selfhelp was awarded Best Nursing Homes and Best Short-Term Stays by US News and World Report, in 2023 and for the past consecutive 9 years.

All positions in the community require that we ask about your vaccination status. This includes recent TB test, flu, HEP B and COVID-19 vaccine status.

Please note that all employees are required to be vaccinated with the latest Covid19 booster

Job Description:

• Plans, develops and implements the policies of the Assisted Living department, which include, admission of new residents, initiate and update service plans, manage medications for residents receiving medication assistance.
• Reviews Medication Delivery for Accuracy
• Resident charting in current software
• Compliments and helps implement resident plan of care developed by the Assisted Living director and resident
• Responds to resident medical emergencies with appropriate action and documentation in resident record
• Coordinate with personal aides and CNAs to ensure resident care needs are met in accordance with individual care plans
• Assists with resident appointment scheduling, escort and transportation arrangements when necessary
• Solicits resident feedback and coordinates with resident, family and assisted living director in problem solving, establishing and updating individual service plans
• Must be vaccinated with the latest Covid19 booster
• Administer and pass medications as well as give medication reminders and oversee medication self-administration.
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits: (Part Time)

• Critical Illness Insurance
• Short term Disability Insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Paid time off (Sick, Vacation & Personal time prorated based on hours worked)
• Meal provided during your shift

Benefits: (Full Time)

• 403B plan
• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Short term Disability Insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Generous Paid time off (Sick, Personal & Vacation time)
• Meal provided during your shift.

Medical specialties: 

• Geriatrics

Physical setting:

• Assisted and Independent Living

Standard shift:

• Day shift Weekly schedule:
• Monday to Friday
• Rotating weekends
• Weekend & holiday availability

COVID-19 considerations:

• Upon hire must be vaccinated with the latest Covid19 booster

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Chicago, IL 60640:
• Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• LVN/LPN (Required)
• BLS Certification (required)