Certified Nurse Aide Jobs in Illinois
Certified Nurse Aide jobs in Illinois are concentrated in Chicago, Rockford, and Springfield, where large health systems and long-term care networks run some of the busiest care operations in the Midwest. Major employers with a lasting presence in Illinois include Presence Health, Rush University Medical Center, and Kindred Healthcare, all of which maintain consistent demand across multiple facilities. The most in-demand specialties are memory care, skilled nursing facility support, and post-acute rehabilitation assistance. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Anderson Rehabilitation Institute
Certified Nurse Aide (CNA), Rehabilitation
Job Type: PRN
Your experience matters
Come work where you are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do. Anderson Rehabilitation Institute is a state-of-the-art, 34-bed inpatient acute rehabilitation hospital dedicated to the treatment and recovery of individuals who have experienced the debilitating effects of a severe injury or illness. Our rehabilitation programs provide ongoing care and specialized treatment to patients throughout their recovery journey. We offer customized, individualized rehabilitation tailored to the specific needs of those recovering from a stroke, brain injury, neurological conditions, trauma, spinal cord injury, amputation, and orthopedic injury. We strive to maximize the health, function, and quality of life of those we serve through comprehensive physical medicine and rehabilitation programs.
How you'll contribute
A Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) who excels in this role:
Assist nursing staff with patients’ personal care, emotional support, and activities of daily living.
More complex duties performed under supervision of licensed nursing personnel.
Why join us
We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:
Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.
What we're looking for
EDUCATION:
High school diploma or equivalent preferred
EXPERIENCE:
Six months or more of experience in an acute or long-term facility preferred
CERTIFICATIONS:
Completion of course for nursing assistant required
Current state certification as nursing assistant required
Current Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) required within 30 days of hire
More about Anderson Rehabilitation Institute
Edwardsville, Illinois, is a historic city known for its blend of past and present, offering a mix of natural beauty and urban amenities. It's the third oldest city in Illinois and serves as the county seat of Madison County. Located about 20 miles northeast of downtown St. Louis, Edwardsville is a suburb with a strong sense of community and a good quality of life.
EEOC Statement
Anderson Rehabilitation Institute is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of color, race, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, veterans' status or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.
Employer Description
Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.
Organization Description
We employ and provide care to people from all walks of life. We are committed to promoting healing, providing hope, preserving dignity and producing value with an inclusive workforce in which diversity is leveraged, respected, and reflective of the patients, family members, customers and team members we serve.
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Where Illinois roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Certified Nurse Aide Job Market in Illinois
A snapshot from current Illinois openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Gardant Management Solutions25

- Addus HomeCare20

- Visiting Angels2

- The Alden Network2

- Gentiva1

What Illinois Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in certified nurse aide jobs across Illinois.
- Active Illinois Nurse Aide Registry certification in good standing
- Completion of a state-approved certified nurse aide training program
- Current CPR and basic life support certification
- Ability to pass a state and federal criminal background check
- Demonstrated experience with personal care tasks including bathing and mobility assistance
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for care documentation and team handoffs
Certified Nurse Aide Jobs in Illinois: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a certified nurse aide in Illinois?
To become a certified nurse aide in Illinois, you must complete a state-approved training program of at least forty hours of classroom instruction and sixteen hours of clinical practice, then pass the Illinois Nurse Aide Competency Evaluation through the Illinois Department of Public Health. Once you pass both the written and skills portions of the exam, you are listed on the Illinois Nurse Aide Registry, which employers verify before hiring.
Which companies hire certified nurse aides in Illinois?
Illinois certified nurse aide roles are posted by Gardant Management Solutions, Addus HomeCare, and Visiting Angels and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Illinois's dense concentration of skilled nursing facilities, continuing care retirement communities, and large urban hospital systems means openings are spread across both metro Chicago and downstate regions.
Which Illinois cities have the most certified nurse aide jobs?
Chicago, Huntley, and Macomb have the most certified nurse aide openings in Illinois right now. Chicago dominates the list because of its sheer density of hospitals, long-term care facilities, and home health agencies, while cities like Rockford and Springfield support strong demand through regional medical centers and state-operated care facilities that anchor the local healthcare workforce.
Are there remote certified nurse aide jobs in Illinois?
Yes, but they're rare. Certified nurse aide work is inherently hands-on, requiring direct patient contact for personal care, mobility support, and vital sign monitoring, so most openings are fully on-site. About 0% of certified nurse aide openings tied to Illinois are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those tend to be administrative or care-coordinator support roles attached to home health agencies rather than direct patient care positions.
How can I get hired as a certified nurse aide in Illinois with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is enrolling in a state-approved certified nurse aide training program, many of which are offered at no cost through Illinois community colleges like Oakton College and Triton College or through large employers such as Rush University Medical Center and Northwestern Medicine, which run their own paid training pipelines for candidates without prior experience. Completing the Illinois Nurse Aide Competency Evaluation and securing your Registry listing immediately makes you eligible for entry-level positions in skilled nursing facilities, where turnover creates consistent openings for new certificants.
Where can I find and apply to certified nurse aide jobs in Illinois?
You can find and apply to certified nurse aide jobs in Illinois on Migrate Mate, which lists current Illinois openings across hospitals, skilled nursing facilities, and home health agencies. Search the listings, find roles that match your certification level and preferred location, and apply directly to the ones that fit.
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