Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - PRN
About The Position
Aviator Home Health is hiring a Certified Nursing Assistant to provide skilled home health care as part of a collaborative clinical team. The CNA delivers direct patient care under the direction of an RN and in accordance with the Aide Plan of Care, helping patients remain safely in their homes through monitoring, personal care, instruction, and support for patients and families. The role includes assisting with bathing, dressing, grooming, transfers, ambulation, nutrition, and fluid intake; observing patients’ physical and mental condition; reporting changes and documenting care; and supporting infection control and a clean, safe, comfortable environment. The CNA also teaches patients and family members about self-care, mobility aids, safe repositioning, nutrition, cleanliness, and housekeeping. The position requires professional communication, respect for patient privacy and property, effective time management, and attendance at 12 hours of in-services per year.
Requirements
- Current State Nurse’s Aide registration.
- One year of experience as a CNA in patient care.
- Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English as needed for the job.
- Valid driver's license and use of an insured automobile.
- Current CPR certification.
Nice To Haves
- Bilingual ability.
Responsibilities
- Monitor and record patient condition, including physical and mental condition, intake and output, and exercise.
- Provide personal care, including bathing, dressing, and grooming.
- Teach patients how to use mobility aids, adaptive eating utensils, and personal hygiene techniques or equipment.
- Teach family members safe lifting, turning, and repositioning techniques, and advise them on nutrition, cleanliness, and housekeeping.
- Provide direct patient care under the direction of the RN and according to the Aide Plan of Care.
- Assist patients with safe transfers and ambulation in accordance with agency policy.
- Report patient changes and document pertinent information and care provided to ensure continuity of care.
- Practice accepted infection control principles and maintain a clean, safe, and comfortable environment.
- Communicate positively, supportively, and respectfully with patients, families, and employees.
- Respect patient privacy and property.
- Assist patients with proper nutrition and adequate fluid intake.
- Contribute to efficient agency operations and demonstrate effective time management.
- Perform treatments and procedures according to agency policy.
- Attend 12 hours of in-services per year to support professional growth and competency.
- Promote the agency philosophy and administrative policies to ensure quality of care.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
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