Certified Nurses Aide Visits PRN
About The Position
Elara Caring is hiring a Certified Nurses Aide to provide homecare visits on a PRN basis in Hartford, Vernon, Granby, and surrounding areas. The role offers flexibility and focuses on helping clients remain safely at home. The aide provides hands-on personal care under the direction of a Registered Nurse and follows each patient’s individualized care plan. A current State of Connecticut registry CNA certification is required. The position requires travel between patient homes and assigned work locations. Candidates must have a valid driver’s license and an acceptable driving record, or reliable transportation. The role involves frequent lifting, pushing, pulling, and supporting up to 50 pounds, including assisting with patient positioning and transfers. The stated pay range is $19.00 to $20.00 per hour. Actual pay depends on factors including education, experience, skills, and internal equity. The role may also be eligible for additional compensation, such as performance-based bonuses, commissions, on-call pay, or other incentives; these are not guaranteed. Full compensation and applicable benefits will be discussed during the interview process.
Requirements
- Current State certificate as a Home Health Aide or Certified Nursing Aide; the posting also specifies a current State of Connecticut registry CNA certification.
- Ability to frequently lift, push, pull, and support up to 50 pounds, including positioning or transferring patients and moving equipment.
- Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record, or 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 walk, transfer, and use mobility equipment safely.
- 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 emergencies and follow safety and infection control guidelines.
- Maintain accurate documentation, protect patient privacy, and participate in required training.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans, including pet insurance.
- 401(k) with employer match.
- Tuition reimbursement for full-time staff.
- Continuing education opportunities for all employees at no cost.
- Paid time off and paid holidays.
- Family and pet bereavement leave.
- Fleet vehicle program, subject to restrictions, or mileage reimbursement.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
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