Home Health Aide/Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

VITAS Healthcare

Lombard, Illinois

Eligibility: Hospice & Palliative Medicine

Posted Jun 24

Unit and setting: Home Health
License: CNA license
Term: Permanent

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Dental insurance
Health insurance
Flexible spending account
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Disability insurance
Tuition reimbursement

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Paid time off
Vision insurance
Life insurance

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The VITAS Home Health Aide (HHA) is a non-exempt employee, who is trained to provide personal care and services to hospice patients to augment care given by family members or other caregivers.

Salary Range: $20-$25

Assigned job responsibilities

Performs only those personal care activities contained in a written assignment. Home Health Aide (HHA) assignments may include:

Home Health Aide (HHA) helps the patient to maintain good personal hygiene. Home Health Aide (HHA) plans and prepare meals. Feeds or assist with feeding the patient when needed.

Home Health Aide (HHA) assists the patient ambulation. Home Health Aide (HHA) assists with certain treatments as ordered by the physician, and taught and supervised by the nurse for a specific patient including: assist with the change of the colostomy bag; assist with the use of a walker or wheelchair; reinforcement of a dressing; assist with prescribed range of motion exercises; assist with prescribed ice cap or collar; measure intake and output of fluids; and assist with medications that are ordinarily self-administered. Home Health Aide (HHA) reads and records temperature, pulse and respiration.

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES FOR THE HOME HEALTH AIDE (HHA) NOT INCLUDED IN A WRITTEN ASSIGNMENT MAY INCLUDE:

Home Health Aide (HHA) assists in maintaining a safe and healthy environment. Home Health Aide (HHA) promotes the patient’s mental alertness through involvement in activities of interest. Home Health Aide (HHA) provides simple emotional and psychological support to the patient, family, and other caregivers. Home Health Aide (HHA) reports any changes in the patient’s mental or physical condition or home situation to the VITAS Nurse and members of the interdisciplinary team. Home Health Aide (HHA) teaches basic personal care to the primary caregiv

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In Lombard, IL

Lombard, ILFrom Census ACS 2024.

Living costs about the same as the US average

Median rent: $1,948/mo
Household income: $100,362/yr, all local households, not nurse pay

Life in Lombard, IL

NeighborhoodsLombard offers distinct pockets, ranging from historic residential streets near its walkable downtown to contemporary retail-adjacent apartment communities near Yorktown Center on the south end. Downtown Lombard features historic character with quick access to the Metra station, local cafes, and the newly rebuilt Helen Plum Library. South Lombard clusters near major retail hubs and major expressway interchanges, making it particularly practical for commuters driving across DuPage County to surrounding medical centers. Compared to affluent neighbors like Oak Brook and Downers Grove, Lombard is widely viewed as a more attainable, middle-ground suburb that preserves traditional neighborhood charm without an inflated suburban premium.

Lombard offers distinct pockets, ranging from historic residential streets near its walkable downtown to contemporary retail-adjacent apartment communities near Yorktown Center on the south end. Downtown Lombard features historic character with quick access to the Metra station, local cafes, and the newly rebuilt Helen Plum Library.

South Lombard clusters near major retail hubs and major expressway interchanges, making it particularly practical for commuters driving across DuPage County to surrounding medical centers. Compared to affluent neighbors like Oak Brook and Downers Grove, Lombard is widely viewed as a more attainable, middle-ground suburb that preserves traditional neighborhood charm without an inflated suburban premium.

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As of Sep 16, 2026Source 1: yorktownreserve.com Source 2: optionpremier.com Source 3: reddit.com

Getting aroundCommuting from Lombard is anchored by its position along the Metra Union Pacific West line, which provides direct passenger rail service into downtown Chicago with typical travel times ranging from 35 to 50 minutes. For hospital workers and medical professionals driving across the western suburbs, access to Interstate 88 (the Ronald Reagan Memorial Tollway) and Interstate 355 (the Veterans Memorial Tollway) makes cross-county commutes to neighboring employment hubs like Oak Brook, Downers Grove, and Naperville straightforward. However, area drivers must contend with notable regional highway congestion during peak rush hours, particularly when heading eastbound toward Chicago or traversing major tollway interchanges.

Commuting from Lombard is anchored by its position along the Metra Union Pacific West line, which provides direct passenger rail service into downtown Chicago with typical travel times ranging from 35 to 50 minutes. For hospital workers and medical professionals driving across the western suburbs, access to Interstate 88 (the Ronald Reagan Memorial Tollway) and Interstate 355 (the Veterans Memorial Tollway) makes cross-county commutes to neighboring employment hubs like Oak Brook, Downers Grove, and Naperville straightforward.

However, area drivers must contend with notable regional highway congestion during peak rush hours, particularly when heading eastbound toward Chicago or traversing major tollway interchanges.

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As of Sep 16, 2026Source 1: optionpremier.com Source 2: yorktownreserve.com Source 3: thehonestlocal.com

OutdoorsOutdoor life in Lombard centers on Lilacia Park, an internationally recognized 8.5-acre horticultural gem that bursts into bloom each spring. Cyclists and runners benefit from direct access to major regional multi-use paths, including the Illinois Prairie Path and the Great Western Trail, which connect Lombard across DuPage County's extensive network of over 60 forest preserves. Families and recreation seekers also take advantage of Paradise Bay Water Park in the summer months and community parks scattered throughout neighborhood residential blocks.

Outdoor life in Lombard centers on Lilacia Park, an internationally recognized 8.5-acre horticultural gem that bursts into bloom each spring. Cyclists and runners benefit from direct access to major regional multi-use paths, including the Illinois Prairie Path and the Great Western Trail, which connect Lombard across DuPage County's extensive network of over 60 forest preserves.

Families and recreation seekers also take advantage of Paradise Bay Water Park in the summer months and community parks scattered throughout neighborhood residential blocks.

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As of Sep 16, 2026Source 1: optionpremier.com Source 2: discoverdupage.com

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Living in Lombard

Known affectionally as the 'Lilac Village,' Lombard, Illinois, presents relocating nurses with an appealing balance of authentic small-town community and prime DuPage County connectivity. Positioned roughly 20 miles west of Chicago, Lombard avoids the steep price tags of neighboring Oak Brook and Downers Grove while offering easy access to regional medical centers via Interstate 88, Interstate 355, and the Metra Union Pacific West line. Downtown Lombard provides genuine charm, anchored by historic landmarks like Maple Street Chapel, the modern Helen Plum Library, and cherished local spots such as Babcock’s Grove House, The Lilac League, and Gnarly Knots. For nature lovers, Lilacia Park and the Illinois Prairie Path offer year-round outdoor outlets, from spring blooms to long-distance cycling. While nightlife is quieter than in larger urban centers and regional winter driving requires caution, Lombard delivers spacious single-family homes, convenient apartment living near Yorktown Center, and a practical, grounded suburban lifestyle.

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Lombard, ILFrom Census ACS 2024.