CNA/HHA- Private Duty- Fort Pierce Area
About The Position
Our Home Health Aides play a pivotal role in providing compassionate, high-quality care to patients in their homes. They support clients in maintaining independent living and assist with activities of daily living while respecting the familiarity and dignity of living at home. The role includes monitoring patients’ physical and mental condition, assisting with personal care and household tasks, and supporting families throughout patients’ care journeys. Home Health Aides support each patient’s Plan of Care, collaborate and communicate with the designated care team, document information in the agency’s EMR system, and notify branch leadership of changes or unusual conditions. They follow agency policies, professional standards, applicable regulations, and infection-prevention precautions, and maintain required continuing education. On-call responsibilities may be performed if assigned.
Requirements
- High school graduate or equivalent.
- Home Health Aide Certificate or similar certification in good standing from an accredited training course that meets Health and Human Services standards.
- At least one year of experience as a home health aide or certified nursing assistant (CNA).
- Strong written and verbal English-language skills.
- Active CPR certification.
- Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and insurance.
- Effective verbal and written communication and relationship-management skills.
- Knowledge of the healthcare environment, regulatory requirements, and evidence-based practice.
- Excellent procedure skills, clean and sterile technique, and assessment skills.
- Physical stamina and commitment to patient safety and quality.
- Professionalism, emotional intelligence, collaboration, and communication.
- Ability to work autonomously and self-start.
- Utmost ethical standards and superior hygiene and personal presentation.
Responsibilities
- Support the patient’s Plan of Care by monitoring and recording the patient’s condition, providing personal services, and teaching families.
- Observe and assess patients’ physical and mental condition, intake and output, and exercise; collaborate with the multidisciplinary care team to develop and implement a plan of care.
- Communicate and partner effectively with the designated Care Team to support continuity of care.
- Provide housekeeping and laundry services, shopping and other household tasks, and prepare and serve meals and snacks.
- Provide personal care as needed, including bathing, dressing, and grooming.
- Teach family members appropriate ways to lift, turn, and reposition the patient.
- Address family members’ concerns and questions and educate them about the patient’s treatment and aftercare needs.
- Record patient information in the EMR system and notify branch leadership of changes or unusual conditions.
- Take ownership of assigned work and explore opportunities to add value to services.
- Perform on-call responsibilities and provide on-call services to patients and families if assigned.
- Maintain a safe, secure, and healthy environment by following asepsis and universal precaution controls during client care.
- Adhere to professional standards, home care policies and procedures, and federal, state, and local requirements.
- Maintain mandatory continuing education requirements (CEUs) established by the agency or licensing board.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
