Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - Home Care

Position Responsibilities Summary :

Caregiver / Home Care Aide is a member of the home care team who works under the supervision

of the Director of Nursing and performs various personal care services as necessary to meet the

client's needs. The Caregiver will be assigned in a manner that promotes quality, continuity and

safety of a client's care. This position will not perform any medical or skilled services. Services

provided will be non-medical.

Qualifications :

1. High school diploma or GED

3. Certified CPR and current physical or T.B. / PPD test

4. Minimum one (1) year of documented experience

5. Licensed driver with reliable transportation that is insured in accordance with the

organization's requirements

6. Adhere to HIPPA and maintain client confidentiality

7. Ability to read, write, speak and understand English and communicate effectively

Personal Protective Equipment :

May include gloves, mask, eye / face protection, and disposable outer covering or lab coat.

Physical Requirements :

Must be able to stand, walk, squat, bend, kneel, reach, twist, push and pull. Varied assistance is

required depending on the ability of the client. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds. Visual and

hearing acuity required.

Environment :

Contact with clients under a wide variety of circumstances. Care provided in client's living

environment with varying situations or in an institution such as a hospital. May be required to

respond to emergency situations. Position includes tasks that have the potential for exposure to

blood and other potentially infectious material (OPIM) such as body fluids / tissues.