CNA - Home Health

Integritus Healthcare•East Longmeadow, MA

9d•Remote

About The Position

This is a full-time, 32-hour position. The Certified Nursing Assistant is a paraprofessional member of the Interdisciplinary Team who performs various services for a patient and family as necessary to meet the patient's personal needs. The CNA is responsible for observing, reporting, and documenting care performed. Integritus Healthcare / IntegriHome is one of the largest post-acute health care systems across Massachusetts, committed to fulfilling the health and residential needs of the population in the communities we serve. IntegriHome has been caring for area families since 1989, providing top-quality skilled nursing care for short-term rehabilitation and long-term care. We focus on maximizing patient recovery, comfort, and independence for the highest possible quality of life. From post-surgery and post-hospital rehabilitation to long-term care for a chronic illness, our highly skilled care teams provide compassionate attention and specialized care every step of the way.

Requirements

Satisfactory completion of a training program approved by M.D.P.H. for HCA-II and other regulators.
Training equivalent to an approved certification program (such as C.N.A. or Student Nurse), applicants must be oriented to home care.
Current CPR Certification.
Current Massachusetts licensure: Certified Nursing Assistant.
Valid driver's license and automobile insurance.
Demonstrates good verbal and written communication, and organization skills.
Strong observation skills and problem solving skills.
Ability to read and follow written instructions and document care given.
Ability to provide a calm and empathetic demeanor in patient's homes.

Nice To Haves

Minimum of one (1) to two (2) year's experience in health care preferred.
Experience in acute care in an institutional setting preferred.
Experience in homecare preferred.

Responsibilities

Responsible for performing personal care needs after being given a patient's assignment and attending to his/her requests promptly. If unable to perform a certain task, report to the RN immediately.
Responsible for meeting the safety needs of patients and using equipment safely and properly.
Responsible for giving direct personal care, including complete or partial baths in the tub or shower as ordered, back rubs, oral hygiene, hair care, shaving (using an electric razor only), and changing bed linen as often as assigned.
Responsible for assisting in the dressing and undressing of patients as assigned.
Responsible for providing proper care and observation of the patient’s skin to prevent breakdown of tissue over bony prominence.
Responsible for reporting on the patient's condition and significant changes to the assigned RN.
Responsible for being aware of and reporting on the status changes of the caregiver or other individuals living with the patient, and interpersonal issues that may come up.
Assist in ambulation and exercise as instructed by the RN or therapist while adhering to the transfer/assist transfer policy of the agency.
Assistance with self-administered medications as allowed by state regulations ('reminders.')
Responsible for providing incontinent care as needed. Offering and assisting with bedpans and urinals. Providing assistance as assigned with light laundry needs.
Responsible for keeping the patient's living area clean and orderly, including bed linens and cloths as needed while being respectful of the patient and family/caregiver environment and personal needs as time allows.
Responsible for adhering to the organization's documentation and care procedures and standards of personal and professional conduct.
Other office /administrative duties as assigned.