Personal Care Worker/CNA

Job Summary

Join our compassionate team as a Personal Care Worker / Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), where your dedication will make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals requiring personalized support. In this vital role, you will provide direct patient care, assist with daily living activities, and promote independence within a caring and respectful environment. Your energy and enthusiasm will help create a warm, safe, and engaging atmosphere for residents across various care settings, including assisted living, nursing homes, and home health environments. This paid position offers an opportunity to grow your skills while delivering exceptional care to those who need it most.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with activities of daily living (ADLs) such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and mobility support using proper patient transfer methods and manual handling techniques like Hoyer lifts.
• Monitor patient health by taking vital signs, observing changes in condition, and accurately documenting findings in care plans while ensuring compliance with HIPAA regulations.
• Support medication administration under supervision, ensuring accuracy and safety in accordance with care protocols.
• Provide specialized care for individuals with dementia, Alzheimer's disease, or other neurodevelopmental disorders by implementing memory care strategies and engaging residents in meaningful activities.
• Prepare nutritious meals and assist with meal planning and preparation to meet dietary needs of residents.
• Maintain a clean and safe environment through routine cleaning duties and proper infection control practices.
• Support patient transportation within facilities or to appointments using appropriate patient transfer methods and ensuring resident safety at all times.
• Communicate effectively with clients, families, and team members to ensure personalized care that respects each resident’s rights and preferences.
• Participate in training sessions on hospice care, patient observation, first aid/CPR certification updates, and other relevant topics to enhance caregiving skills.

Experience

• Prior experience working in group homes, assisted living facilities, nursing homes, or home health environments is highly preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to provide compassionate patient personal care assistance across diverse populations including geriatrics, individuals with disabilities, autism spectrum disorder, or developmental disabilities.
• Familiarity with care plans development and implementation for residents with dementia or memory impairments.
• Hands-on experience with patient monitoring techniques such as vital signs measurement and patient observation is essential.
• Knowledge of HIPAA regulations related to patient privacy and confidentiality is required.
• Experience working with heavy lifting equipment like Hoyer lifts or other manual handling tools is advantageous.
• Certification in first aid and CPR is necessary; ongoing training is encouraged to stay current on best practices in caregiving.
• Ability to perform light housekeeping tasks such as cleaning while maintaining a respectful environment for residents’ dignity.

Join us to be part of a dedicated team committed to delivering high-quality personal care that enriches lives every day!

Pay: $10.00 - $12.00 per hour

Expected hours: 3.0 – 8.0 per week

Work Location: In person