Experienced CNA – On-Call Coverage & Start of Care

Always Best Care Senior Services - Atlanta/Buckhead•Conyers, GA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Always Best Care–Atlanta is seeking a highly experienced, dependable Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) to cover open shifts, last-minute call-outs, urgent staffing needs, and new client starts of care throughout Metro Atlanta and surrounding communities. The role involves providing hands-on care, adapting to different client needs, and working independently in varied home environments. The CNA must recognize and communicate when a client's actual care needs or home environment differ from what was initially reported. This is a strictly PRN, as-needed position with no guaranteed or set hours. Assignments depend on staffing and client-care needs and available coverage opportunities. Daily assignments are sent no later than 7:30 AM. The position pays $17 per hour and requires travel to client homes throughout the service area, including Atlanta, Conyers, Covington, Ellenwood, Decatur, Stone Mountain, Monroe, Lawrenceville, Loganville, College Park, Fayetteville, and surrounding communities.

Requirements

Current CNA certification.
Substantial hands-on caregiving experience.
Demonstrated experience with Hoyer lifts and other mechanical lifts and transfer equipment.
Strong knowledge of proper CNA protocols and safe transfer procedures.
Current, unexpired CPR and First Aid certification.
Recent, clear TB test result from within the past year.
If providing a BLS certificate, it must explicitly state that it covers First Aid; BLS alone does not satisfy the CPR and First Aid requirement unless First Aid coverage is indicated.
Reliable transportation and willingness to travel throughout the service area.
Strong observation, documentation, and communication skills.
Dependability, flexibility, and the ability to work independently.
Ability to pass the required background check.

Responsibilities

Cover open shifts, last-minute call-outs, and other urgent staffing needs.
Assist with new client starts of care and observe the client's care needs and home environment.
Provide hands-on personal care and assistance with activities of daily living.
Safely assist with mobility, transfers, and mechanical lifting equipment, including Hoyer lifts.
Follow proper CNA protocols, infection control practices, and safe caregiving procedures.
Recognize and report changes in client condition, safety concerns, and differences between reported and observed care needs.
Check in with clients and caregivers as assigned to support satisfaction and quality of care.
Communicate client or caregiver concerns to the office when follow-up is needed.
Complete accurate and timely documentation.
Communicate professionally with office staff, clients, and families.
Travel to client homes throughout the assigned service area.
Adapt to changing assignments while maintaining dependable, professional care.