CNA HHA

Job Overview

Join our dedicated healthcare team as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or Home Health Aide (HHA), where your compassionate care and clinical skills will make a meaningful difference in patients’ lives. In this vital role, you will provide direct patient care across various settings, including long-term care facilities, hospitals, outpatient clinics, and home environments. Your energetic approach and attention to detail will ensure patients receive safe, respectful, and personalized care while supporting their health and well-being. This paid position offers an exciting opportunity to grow your nursing career while making a positive impact in the community.

Duties

• Assist patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and mobility using proper manual handling and patient transfer methods like Hoyer lifts.
• Monitor vital signs including blood pressure, pulse, respiration, and temperature; document findings accurately in electronic health records (EHR) systems.
• Support medication administration under supervision, ensuring compliance with HIPAA regulations and maintaining patient confidentiality.
• Provide specialized care for individuals with dementia or Alzheimer’s disease, including memory care techniques and behavioral management strategies.
• Assist with medical procedures such as catheter care, phlebotomy, and aseptic techniques in accordance with healthcare protocols.
• Collaborate with nursing staff to develop and implement individualized patient care plans across acute care environments like ICU, emergency medicine, or trauma centers.
• Maintain thorough medical documentation, ensure safe lifting practices during patient transfers, and adhere to infection control standards in all patient interactions.

Qualifications

• Valid CNA or HHA certification required; additional certifications such as CPR/BLS are highly preferred.
• Experience working with diverse patient populations including geriatrics, pediatrics, individuals with disabilities or developmental disorders is desirable.
• Familiarity with EMR/EHR systems such as Cerner or eClinicalWorks for accurate medical records management.
• Knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, physiology, and basic life support procedures essential for delivering quality patient care.
• Prior experience in long-term care facilities, hospitals (including Level I Trauma Centers), hospice settings or home & community care environments is advantageous.
• Ability to perform heavy lifting safely and demonstrate excellent caregiver communication skills.
• Strong understanding of HIPAA regulations to maintain confidentiality and protect patient rights.

Join us to be part of a passionate team committed to providing exceptional patient-centered care! Your dedication will help improve lives through compassionate service while advancing your professional journey in the healthcare field.

Pay: $17.00 - $20.00 per hour

Work Location: In person