Overview
Join our dedicated team as a Personal Home Health Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) and make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals needing compassionate, personalized care in their own homes. This vital role offers an opportunity to provide essential support, promote independence, and enhance quality of life for clients across diverse needs. As a CNA in home healthcare, you will be the trusted caregiver, delivering attentive, respectful, and professional assistance tailored to each individual’s unique circumstances. Your dedication will help create a safe, comfortable environment where clients feel valued and cared for every day.
Responsibilities
- Provide compassionate assistance with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), including bathing, dressing, grooming, and mobility support
- Monitor and observe patients’ conditions, noting changes in health status and reporting findings accurately using Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems
- Assist with medication administration following prescribed schedules and medical terminology guidelines
- Perform vital signs assessments such as blood pressure, pulse, temperature, and respiration rates to ensure patient stability
- Support clients with specialized needs such as Alzheimer's care, dementia care, hospice care, and working with individuals with developmental disabilities or disabilities
- Help with medical procedures including catheter care, wound care, and end-of-life comfort measures while adhering to home & community care regulations and HIPAA privacy standards
- Assist with household tasks like cleaning, laundry, meal preparation, and ensuring a safe environment for long-term or live-in employment situations
- Use equipment such as Hoyer lifts or other mobility aids safely to prevent injury during transfers or heavy lifting tasks
- Maintain detailed medical documentation and records to ensure compliance with healthcare standards and legal requirements
Skills
- Strong patient observation skills to detect subtle changes in health or behavior
- Experience working in assisted living facilities, nursing homes, or home healthcare environments with geriatric patients
- Proficiency with EMR (Electronic Medical Records) systems and medical documentation practices
- Knowledge of medical terminology related to home health services and end-of-life care
- Ability to assist with ADLs, medication administration, catheter care, and vital signs monitoring accurately and confidently
- Familiarity with hospice care protocols, dementia care techniques, memory care strategies, and working with individuals with disabilities or developmental challenges
- Certification in CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation) and Basic Life Support (BLS), along with first aid training for emergency response readiness
- Understanding of home health regulations and HIPAA compliance to protect patient privacy and safety
- Physical stamina for activities such as heavy lifting, assisting with transfers using Hoyer lifts or other equipment, and providing long hours of caregiving support
- Compassionate caregiving approach combined with excellent communication skills to foster trust and rapport with clients and their families
Embark on a rewarding career where your skills directly impact lives through dedicated home healthcare. We value your expertise in geriatrics, memory care, hospice support, and more—help us deliver exceptional care that truly makes a difference!
Pay: $22.88 - $27.56 per hour
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Paid time off
Work Location: In person
