Job Description
Job Description
Benefits :
- Employee discounts
- Flexible schedule
- Opportunity for advancement
- Training & development
Benefits / Perks
Employee DiscountsFlexible scheduleOpportunity for advancementTraining and developmentJob Summary
Our Agency is dedicated to hiring people we can trust with our own families. Our CNAs deliver various personal care and services in accordance with an established plan of care and provides for the personal needs and comfort of patients in their homes.
Responsibilities
Provide personal hygiene assistanceHelp clients take prescribed medicationAssist clients with ambulationAssist with personal care and hygiene, plan and prepare mealsComplete clients shopping or accompany them to successfully do soPerform housekeeping duties and report any unusual incidentsAct quickly and responsibly in cases of emergencyOther duties as assignedQualifications
High School Diploma or GED required.Certified Nurse Aide Certification required through successful completion of an approved program.One year-full time experience in personal care or an institutional setting, such as ahospital or nursing home, or one-year full-time experience within the last five years in direct client care in a home care agency setting; orEvidence of sympathetic attitude toward elderly care.Demonstrated ability to read, write and carry out directions.Evidence of maturity and ability to deal effectively with job demands. Must have good verbal and written communication skills.Attend eight (8) hours of personal care-oriented services per year.Participate in professional meetings when directed.Ability to work closely supervised to ensure competence in providing client care.Must have a criminal history check conducted prior to being offered a position with the agency.First aid and CPR-certified.Basic computer skills.Valid drivers license and reliable transportation.Ability to work with limited supervision.Compassionate, respectful, ethical.Physical Demands :
Sufficient visual and hearing ability to comprehend written and verbal communication.Ability to :
Perform tasks involving activity which may include heavy lifting and extensive bending and standing.Deal effectively with stress.Work assigned hours per week.Bend and stand an average of six (6) hours per day.Lift up to 50+ pounds.Write up to 3 hours per day.Work in a stressful environment.Drive up to 50+ miles per day.Additional Requirements :
Assess and communicate with ill clients, co-workers and general public.Must have a passion for caregiving and a desire to help othersMust be neat in appearance and practice good personal hygiene.Must have a reliable means of transport.Must have a valid proof a negative TB test, or be willing to get tested.Must have CPR and First Aid certifications from a recognized provider.