CNA/HHA - Private Duty

Lifecare Home Health Family•Fort Lauderdale, FL

just now•Onsite

About The Position

Complete Home Care, a member of the Life Care Home Health Family of Companies, provides in-home assistance across Southern and Central Florida. We are a Medicare Certified Skilled Nursing, Therapy, Homecare and Private Duty company, accredited by ACHC and CHAP. We are dedicated to making a positive difference in the lives of our patients and their families, guided by our core values of Integrity, Caring, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence (ICARE). We foster a vibrant team culture that emphasizes collaboration, open communication, and mutual respect. We are committed to professional growth through partnerships and CEU opportunities, offering benefits such as 401k, life insurance, and health insurance. Full-time caregivers can receive guaranteed 12-hour shifts, and we provide Career Growth Paths for advancement.

Requirements

1 year experience as a home health aide or certified nursing assistant in a home health setting. Successful completion of formal training in nursing arts may be substituted for the qualifying experience, subject to applicable State law, regulation, or rules.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with all segments of the staff, and the Agency leadership team.
Shall be able to read, write and comprehend English.
Home Health Aide Certificate or other similar certification held in good standing.
A formal certificate of completion for an HHA/CNA training program that meets or exceeds standards established by Health and Human Services.
Completion of all in-service hours per year.
Current CPR certification.
Current driver’s license in good standing.
Reliable transportation and auto liability insurance.
Ongoing employment as a HHA always requires maintaining a valid HHA certificate in the state where the caregiver practices in and a valid CPR certificate.

Nice To Haves

Certification requirements may vary by state and/or participating program.
Ongoing requirements may vary by state and/or participating program.
The employee is responsible for renewing their driver’s license before it expires to continue employment.
The employee is responsible for renewing these before they expire to continue employment.

Responsibilities

Assist clients with tasks within the scope of a home health aide based on the Plan of Care (POC).
Communicate effectively with administrative staff regarding client/family needs assessments, including reporting any significant changes in client condition.
Provide care as outlined in the Home Health Aide Care Plan and accurately document the cares provided.
Contribute to continuity of care, effective communication between all care team members, and regular participation in Case conferences/Team Meetings.
Apply concepts of infection control and universal precaution in coordination/performing client care activities to protect both staff and patients.
Demonstrate commitment and professional growth by participating in in-service programs and maintaining/improving competency.
Completes training or in-services in a timely manner as assigned by your supervisor.
Meet mandatory continuing education requirements of the Agency/licensing board.