Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) / Home Health Aide (HHA)

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) / Home Health Aide (HHA)

Location : Melbourne, FL Department : Caregiver Posted : 05 / 28 / 2024 Location Name : FL - NU - Melbourne Wage : Depends on Experience Position Type : Full-Time / Part-Time

About the Role

At Care Options for Kids, we bring love, light, and laughter into the homes and communities we serve. We are committed to providing the highest quality of care with integrity and compassion and are seeking Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) or Home Health Aides (HHAs) that share our same vision.

Care Options for Kids specializes in one on one hourly pediatric and adult care in the home.

Benefits for Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) or Home Health Aides (HHAs)

• Paid Time Off (PTO) and flexible schedule
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Weekly pay and direct deposit
• 24 / 7 on-call for support
• Training opportunities
• Discounts on movie tickets, car rentals, hotels, theme parks, and more!

Responsibilities of Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) or Home Health Aides (HHAs)

• Perform all personal care activities contained in a written assignment by the Registered Nurse (RN) which may include, but not be limited to, assisting the patient or client with personal hygiene, ambulation, eating, dressing, shaving, and physical transfer.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and healthy environment, which may include light cleaning and straightening of the bathroom, straightening the sleeping and living areas, washing the patient's or client's dishes or laundry, and such tasks to maintain cleanliness and safety for the patient or client.
• Measuring intake and output of fluids, and measure temperature, pulse, respiration, or blood pressure.
• Keep records of personal health care activities.
• Observe appearance and gross behavioral changes in the patient or client, reporting to the Registered Nurse (RN).

Requirements for Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) or Home Health Aides (HHAs)

Education : High school diploma or GED preferred.

Experience : A minimum of 1 year of experience in home care is preferred.

Licensure / Certification :

• Current, valid Florida CNA license OR 40-75 hour Home Health Aide Certificate
• Current BLS CPR Certification (obtained in-person, not online)
• TB Skin Test (PPD) or TB Blood Test (QF)
• Alzheimer's training - 2 Hour DOEA Approved Course (provided at no cost if needed)
• 1- Hour DOEA Alzheimer's Video (provided free of cost on DOEA website)
• Assistance with Self-Administration of Medication CEU (minimum of 2 hours)
• HIV / AIDs CEU

About Care Options for Kids

Since the inception of our organization more than 20 years ago, we've always known home health care isn't simply about programs or services.

It's about helping a neighbor, building a friendship, and most importantly, making a difference in our community one family at a time.

And, achieving that mission can only be accomplished with talented and caring caregivers like you.

We value the health and well-being of our caregivers and understand the vital role you play in caring for our clients. PPE is provided in each home including masks, gloves, and hand sanitizer.

We follow CDC guidelines to ensure you, your client, and your family stays healthy.

Care Options for Kids is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.