Certified Home Health Aide CNA

Elara Caring•Shelton, CT

1d•Remote

About The Position

At Elara Caring, we have a unique opportunity to play a huge role in the growth of an entire home care industry. Here, each employee has the chance to make a real difference by carrying out our mission every day. Join our elite team of healthcare professionals, providing the Right Care, at the Right Time, in the Right Place. This is a Certified Nurses Aide - Homecare position (ID# JR-139853). Work is available in Greenwich, Bridgeport, Seymore, and Shelton. Join a caring and supportive team, help keep clients home where them most want to be! To continue to be an industry pioneer in delivering unparalleled care, we need a Certified Nurse Aide with commitment and compassion.

Requirements

Current State certificate as a Home Health Aide certification or Certified Nursing Aide certification
Ability to frequently lift, push, pull, and support up to 50 pounds, including positioning or transferring patients and moving equipment
Must possess a valid driver's license, maintain an acceptable driving record, OR have reliable transportation to travel between patient homes and assigned work locations.

Responsibilities

Provide hands-on personal care under the direction of a Registered Nurse.
Assist patients with bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and other daily activities.
Take and record vital signs, including temperature, pulse, respirations, and blood pressure.
Help patients safely walk, transfer, and use mobility equipment.
Follow each patient's individualized care plan.
Monitor and report changes in a patient's condition to the care team.
Help maintain a clean, safe, and comfortable home environment.
Remind patients to take medications as directed.
Respond appropriately to emergency situations and follow safety and infection control guidelines.
Maintain accurate documentation, protect patient privacy, and participate in required training.