CNA - Weekends (Friday-Sunday)

Avid Health at Home North Carolina•Supply, NC

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The Certified Nurse Aide I (CNA I) is a paraprofessional member of the client care team. The role works under the scheduling supervision of the Client Care Coordinator and the clinical supervision of a registered nurse or Clinical Manager. The CNA provides selected personal care services and limited related household tasks as specified in the client’s plan of care and provided under a physician’s order. This is a non-exempt, variable-hour position with hours that vary by case. The CNA supports clients in their homes with activities of daily living (ADLs), instrumental activities of daily living (IADLs), personal care, and household tasks related to the client’s health. The role also includes companionship, safe use of equipment, documentation, monitoring and reporting changes in clients’ conditions, and compliance with agency policies, confidentiality requirements, and HIPAA regulations. CNAs may remind clients to self-administer medication but must not administer medications.

Requirements

Possess a sympathetic attitude toward the care of sick people.
Be able to read, write, and carry out directions.
Have the maturity to deal effectively with the demands of the job.
Comply with applicable regulations and company policies.
Meet transportation, language, and cultural requirements specific to branch needs.
Be able to lift, push, pull, and carry at least 25 pounds.
Be able to stoop and bend for up to 2.5 hours per 8-hour shift.
Use universal safety precautions when performing assigned tasks.

Nice To Haves

CPR is preferred and may be required for some clients.
Bilingual English/Spanish skills are a plus.

Responsibilities

Provide day-to-day ADL and IADL support according to the physician’s plan of treatment and the client’s plan of care.
Assist with personal care, including bathing; mouth, denture, skin, and foot care (excluding toenail cutting); grooming; dressing and undressing; elimination; transfers; and ambulation, with or without mechanical aids.
Assist clients with therapy exercises under the direction of a Registered Therapist.
Perform household tasks related to the client’s health and care plan, including maintaining a clean, safe, and healthy environment; planning and preparing meals to dietary requirements; feeding when necessary; light housekeeping; and laundry of the client’s bedding and clothing.
Assist with shopping, groceries, errands, and appointments outside the home; provide companionship and stimulation; and accompany clients to doctors or other appointments.
Use equipment appropriately and safely.
Remind clients to self-administer medication; do not administer medications.
Accurately document shift details and services within established time parameters.
Ensure the safety of clients and self, follow Universal Precautions, and demonstrate safe hand-washing techniques.
Observe clients’ general physical, emotional, and mental status and immediately report changes in condition, family situation, or incidents to the agency coordinator, supervisor, and client’s designated representative as instructed.
Maintain and improve skills by attending staff development programs and required in-service education.
Maintain confidentiality, adhere to HIPAA regulations and agency policies and procedures, and interact with clients, families, colleagues, physicians, visitors, and community members in an informative, courteous, and compassionate manner.
Perform other duties as assigned.