CNA needed for in home caregiving. night shift pays more

Right at Home Iowa City • Iowa City, IA

5d • Onsite

About The Position

CNA needed for in home caregiving. night shift pays more Iowa City, Iowa Salary $19 / hr Type Full Time Experience 1 year Education CERTIFICATE Pay and Benefits: We believe that our Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) are the heart of our business. Without you, we couldn’t build meaningful relationships with our clients, put a smile on their face or be the highlight of their day. It is hard to put a price on helping others but we know how important you are and value the impact you would make day in and day out for our clients. In this role, we stand prepared to equip you with the right personal protective equipment (PPE) and are ready to assist as you care for our vulnerable population of seniors and adults with disabilities.

Requirements

• High school degree and/or a G.E.D. certificate
• Six months experience as a Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) in health care (in homes or facilities) and successful completion of a State approved Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) course
• The Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) shall have successfully completed a Competency Evaluation that meets the State licensing law for home health agencies
• Must have a sympathetic attitude toward the care of the sick, and ability to deal effectively with the demands of the job
• Current CPR Certificate is recommended
• Meets the requirements for employees providing direct patient care
• Read, write, speak and understand English as needed for the job
• Have a valid driver’s license and use of an insured automobile for work or access to adequate transportation

Nice To Haves

• The good news is that your training will teach you everything you need to know to succeed on the job. But there are a few character traits you should have from the get-go. We have a great work culture at Right at Home and look for people with a similar mindset: You’re the honest, likable, energetic and approachable type, and are able to get along and verbally communicate easily with people at all levels. You listen well, have great decision making skills and are passionate about your customer focus. You’re never short of a smile and take real pride in your work by being resourceful, accountable, and adaptable and you cope well under pressure, take initiative and thrive on a challenge. Integrity is one of your core values as you do not ethically cut corners. You make a great first impression as you are professional and kind in your demeanor and approach.

Responsibilities

• Assisting the patient with activities of daily living such as providing assistance with personal hygiene (toileting, bathing, care of mouth, skin and hair), ambulation, eating, dressing, shaving, light housekeeping, and other household chores.
• Prepare a good meal and work your way around a kitchen.
• Assisting with the change of ostomy appliances
• Reinforcement of dressings (non-sterile)
• Assisting with the use of devices for aid in daily living (cane, walker, wheelchair or lift device)
• Assisting with prescribed range of motion exercises
• Assisting with self-administered simple urine tests for sugar acetone or albumin (may not interpret results)
• Measuring and preparing special diets
• Measuring intake and output
• Taking vital signs (temperature, pulse, respirations and blood pressure)
• Application of an external (condom-type) catheter
• Assisting with application of arm sling, arm splint or leg splint

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Pay may vary by location, level of training and type of shift
• Flexible schedules (Shifts can be arranged to fit your schedule)
• Medical benefits, including vision and dental (Medical benefits availability is determined by individual franchises)
• 401 (k) retirement plan
• Weekly pay
• Mobile clock in/out
• Work close to home (Serve seniors in your own community)
• Ongoing PAID training and development
• A "library" of senior care reference materials and resources in the office and online
• On-the-job training for unique client situations
• Paid travel time in between clients and paid mileage
• Extremely positive work environment
• Employee discount programs
• Access to leadership
• Recognition, celebrations and great team interactions!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED