Compassionate CNA/PCA for Client Recovering from Heart Surgery - Weekend Shifts
About The Position
Always Best Care of Fairfax is hiring a compassionate, dependable CNA/PCA to provide one-on-one support to a client recovering from heart surgery in the client's private home in Reston, Virginia. The client is making steady progress and has mild cognitive impairment (MCI). The caregiver will provide gentle prompting and reminders while respecting the client's independence and dignity, and help foster an active, positive, and safe environment. The client enjoys reading, conversation, and walks when weather permits. This is a part-time weekend position, scheduled from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. The listed pay is $20.00–$23.00 per hour, and the opening is immediate.
Requirements
- Active CNA license in Virginia, preferred, or experience as a PCA.
- Strong communication skills and a patient, encouraging demeanor.
- Ability to provide respectful prompting and redirection when needed.
- Dependability, compassion, and commitment to delivering exceptional care.
Nice To Haves
- Experience working with seniors experiencing mild cognitive impairment (MCI).
- Experience supporting clients recovering from hospitalization or surgery.
- Active CNA license in the state of Virginia.
Responsibilities
- Assist with activities of daily living, including dressing, grooming, and personal care.
- Provide gentle reminders and cueing related to routines and activities of daily living.
- Prepare meals and snacks, with particular attention to lunch as the client's primary meal of the day.
- Encourage hydration and healthy nutrition habits.
- Provide companionship, conversation, and social engagement.
- Accompany and support the client during walks and light activities when appropriate.
- Monitor the client's safety and well-being throughout the shift.
- Communicate client status and observations to family members and care management staff.
Benefits
- Competitive hourly pay.
- Mileage reimbursement at $0.72 per mile for client-related travel.
- Paid training and ongoing professional development.
- Supportive team environment.
- Opportunity to build a meaningful relationship with a client and support their recovery journey.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
