Caregiver/CNA

Position Summary

We are seeking compassionate and dedicated Caregivers/CNAs to provide support and assistance to individuals in need of care. The ideal candidate will have experience in various caregiving environments, including assisted living, group homes, and home health care. As a Caregiver/CNA, you will play a vital role in enhancing the quality of life for our clients by assisting them with daily activities and ensuring their safety and well-being.

Essential Responsibilities

• Meet physical and sensory requirements stated below and be able to work in the described environment.
• Provide personal care (ie., grooming, bathing, dressing, oral care, etc.) of residents daily and as needed.
• Change bed linen and maintain appropriate grooming supplies in resident room on regular basis.
• Record resident vital signs, weights, and measurements, intake and output, food consumption, and other information, as assigned.
• Observe residents carefully and report changes in condition to Charge Nurse.
• Recognize a resident’s ability to make choices and support these within the constraints of the care giving environment.
• Participate in collecting data needed for the accurate completion of the MDS and the plan of care. Provide input to the nurses for development of the plan of care.
• Provide adequate hydration to residents at regular intervals each day according to specific resident needs.
• Prepare residents for each meal and transport to dining room (unless a bed patient) making sure that food tray is accessible, self-help devices are available (if needed), and assistance is provided to those residents who cannot feed themselves.
• Keep an accurate record of food intake and output, as directed.
• Maintain established housekeeping standards within assigned duty areas.
• Be alert for proper ventilation, temperature, light and noise control.
• Take TPR (temperature, pulse, & rate), blood pressure, weighing of residents, etc., as directed.
• Promptly answer call lights and assist with other resident needs.
• Utilize proper body mechanics when lifting or transporting residents.
• Report any type of abuse, elopement, medication error, staffing issue, etc. to the Director of Nursing immediately.
• Assist in the orientation and training of other staff, as requested.
• Ambulate and transfer residents, utilizing appropriate assistive devices and body mechanics.
• Record resident vital signs, weights, and measurements, intake and output, food consumption and other information.
• Attend training/in-services as required.
• Other special projects and duties, as assigned.

Skills

• High school diploma or GED required or equivalent related work experience.
• Current Nursing Assistant certification from state, preferred.
• First Aid and CPR certification is preferred.
• Experience in home health care, nursing homes, or long-term care settings is highly desirable.
• Strong patient observation skills to effectively monitor changes in client conditions.
• Ability to perform heavy lifting when assisting clients with mobility or transfers.
• Knowledge of HIPAA regulations to ensure confidentiality of patient information.
• Excellent communication skills for interacting with clients, families, and healthcare professionals.
• Compassionate approach towards caregiving with a focus on enhancing client comfort and dignity.
• Familiarity with Alzheimer’s care techniques and memory care strategies is beneficial.
• Experience in social work or related fields can be an asset in understanding client needs. Join our team of dedicated caregivers who are committed to making a positive impact on the lives of those we serve!

Benefits

• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• Dental Insurance

Experience

• Caregiving: 1 year+ (Preferred)

License/Certification

• CNA (Preferred)

Shift availability

• Day Shift 7am-7pm (Required)
• Night Shift 7pm-7am (Required)