CNA- Private Duty

Beyond Faith Home Care•San Antonio, TX

10d•$15 - $17

About The Position

Kick off your application with a quick 3–5 minute phone interview! You can call anytime at +1 (864) 572-7369,7206 — the line is open 24/7. On mobile? Tap to call: +18645727369,7206 Completing this quick step helps us move your application forward faster and get you scheduled for an in-office interview. Role Summary Our Home Health Aides serve a pivotal role in our efforts to provide compassionate, top-notch care to our patients in the comfort of their own homes. By personifying our Mission and Values, our Home Health Aides act as a bridge to independent living for our clients who may also require assistance with activities of daily living (ADLs). From monitoring a client’s vital signs and physical or mental condition, to assisting with grooming hygiene, and chores around the house our HHAs allow clients to maintain the familiarity - and dignity - of living at home. We are proud of the difference we make in the lives of our patients during their healthcare journeys and we invite like-minded individuals to explore this dynamic career opportunity.

Requirements

High School graduate or equivalent
Home Health Aide Certificate or other similar certification in good standing from an accredited training course that meets the standards established by Health and Human Services
Minimum of one year (1+) of experience as a home health aide or certified nursing assistant (CNA)
Strong English language both written and verbal
Active CPR certification required
Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation and insurance required
Communication & Relationship Building
Relationship management
Effective communication both verbal and written
Influencing behaviors
Knowledge of Healthcare Environment
Excellent procedure skills and clean/sterile technique
Exemplary assessment skills
Regulatory knowledge
Physical stamina
Evidence based practice
Patient safety and quality
Professionalism
High Emotional Intelligence
Collaborative and communicative
Autonomy and ability to self-start
Utmost ethical standards
Superior hygiene and presentation of self

Responsibilities

Supports a patient’s Plan of Care (POC) by monitoring and recording patient condition, providing support and personal services, and teaching families
Monitors and assesses patient condition by observing physical and mental condition, intake and output, and exercise. Perform patient assessments and collaborate with the multi-disciplinary care team to develop and implement a plan of care
Contribute to the continuity of care through the effective communication and partnership with the designated Care Team
Supports patients by providing housekeeping or laundry services, shopping or other household tasks, and preparing and serving meals and snacks
Provides personal services as needed by the client such as bathing, dressing, and grooming
Helps family members care for their loved one by teaching appropriate ways to lift, turn, and re-position the patient
Interface with family members to field concerns, questions, and educate them on the patient’s treatment and aftercare needs
Records patient information via our EMR system and notifies branch leadership of any changes or unusual conditions
Enhances service reputation by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests and exploring opportunities to add value to our accomplishments
Performs on-call responsibilities and on-call services to patients/families if assigned
Maintains a safe, secure, and healthy environment by following asepsis and universal precaution controls in performing client care
Protects the agency by adhering to professional standards, home care policies and procedures, and federal, state, and local requirements
Maintain mandatory continuing education requirements (CEUs) of the Agency/licensing board