Home Health: Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - South Metro

Lifespark Careers•Bloomington, MN

19h•Remote

About The Position

The Home Health Certified Nursing Assistant is a paraprofessional member of the home care team, who work under the supervision of a Registered Nurse or Therapist and performs various services for a client as necessary to meet the client's personal needs, to promote the client's comfort, and a safe environment. The Home Health Certified Nursing Assistant is responsible for observations and the services provided.

Requirements

Completed CNA program and current on the Minnesota registry
At least 18 years of age and is a high school graduate or equivalent
Must have Driver's License and Vehicle
Must pass an MVR check based on Lifespark company policy

Responsibilities

Provides personal cares including: Baths, Back rubs, Oral hygiene, Shampoos, Changing bed linen, Assisting the client with dressing and undressing, Skin care to prevent breakdown, Assisting the client with toileting activities
Keeping client’s living area clean and orderly
Planning and preparing nutritious meals.
Assisting in feeding the client, if necessary.
Taking and recording oral, rectal, and axillary temperatures, pulse, respiration, and blood pressure when ordered
Assisting in ambulation and exercise according to the plan of care.
Performing range of motion and other simple procedures as an extensional therapy service as ordered (with appropriate completed/demonstrated skills competency).
Assisting client in the self-administration of medication.
Doing client’s laundry, as appropriate.
Meeting safety needs of clients and using equipment safely and properly (foot stools, side rails, mobility and transfer equipment, bathing equipment etc.)
Reporting on client’s condition and significant changes to the assigned supervisory nurse.
Adhering to the Organization's documentation and care procedures and standards of personal and professional conduct.
Lead by example in establishing rapport with clients.
Ensure positive & professional communication within the team.
Customer service resolution; escalate concerns.
Honors client confidentiality, rights, privacy, and reporting maltreatment expectations.
Follow all Emergency and Response Procedures
Identifies home safety issues and notifies RN Case Manager or Clinical Manager of concerns or issues
Demonstrates proper procedures: handling, lifting, transfers
Overview of Process, Types of Reports and Forms
Follow-up Required – Escalating events and injuries
Other duties as assigned