Caregiver Position (CNA/HCA): Sunday-Tuesday, 12-hour NIGHT Shift!
About The Position
Journey Nursing Services aims to provide people-centered care with a holistic approach, focusing not only on the patient but also on their entire care system. We empower our employees to grow and help address the nursing crisis. Our core values include culture and inclusion, believing everyone deserves great care from qualified staff. We operate with a team values system where every voice is respected. Journey Nursing Services is expanding and offers personalized private duty nursing, nurse delegation, and nursing pool services. As a newer company, we provide significant growth and opportunity for our employees. We are a Veteran Owned and operated company looking for CNAs and HCAs.
Requirements
- High school graduate or G.E.D. certificate.
- CNA or HCA license to provide home care in Washington State.
- Ability to complete training on-site.
- Be listed in good standing with the Washington DSHS Background Check System.
- Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
- Have transportation to and from the job.
- If providing transportation for clients, must have a valid driver's license and insurance.
Nice To Haves
- Experience as a Home Care Aide (in homes or facilities), or other applicable experience.
- Population-specific experience (e.g., dementia, Parkinson's, hospice/end-of-life care).
- RN delegation certificate (training may be provided through Journey Nursing Services).
Responsibilities
- Perform hands-on patient care in various settings (in-home, facility, or adult family home).
- Provide quality care that promotes patient rights, dignity, freedom of choice, and individuality.
- Offer individualized attention and encourage patients to maintain their highest practical physical, mental, and psychosocial well-being.
- Understand and ensure individualized care plans are followed.
- Report any changes in patient condition or needs to the nurse supervisor.
- Assist with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) including grooming, bathing, oral hygiene, feeding, incontinent care, toileting, colostomy care, prosthetic appliances, transferring, ambulation, range of motion, and communication.
- Promote skin integrity to prevent pressure ulcers and skin tears by repositioning and applying moisturizers.
- Treat patient property with respect.
- Perform delegated tasks such as taking vital signs, weighing residents, and applying creams/ointments.
- Lift up to 50 lbs using proper body mechanics or lifting devices.
- Understand and follow safety and infection control procedures, including hand washing and proper disposal of materials.
- Demonstrate versatility, flexibility, and a client-first attitude in a constantly changing environment.
- Communicate and interact effectively and tactfully with residents, visitors, families, peers, and supervisors.
- Foster a culture of excellence and provide reliable, safe, high-quality patient care.
- Reflect the Journey Culture when in the community.
- Perform other job-related duties as needed.
Benefits
- Competitive Pay
- Paid Sick Leave
- Free Continuing Education
- Computer-based training
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
