Home Health Aide (HHA) or Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) (copy)

Giving Home Health Care•Kingston, TN

6d•$16 - $20•Onsite

About The Position

Giving Home Health Care is seeking a compassionate Home Health Aide (HHA) or Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) in the Kingston, Tennessee area to provide daily living assistance and personal care in patients’ homes, following physician-established care plans. Care is provided one-on-one in the patient’s residence. This is a 1099 contract opportunity, with scheduling arranged between the aide, patient, and case manager. Shifts are 12 hours, Monday through Sunday, either 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM or 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM; the posting says the opportunity may suit PRN or full-time hours. Offers are contingent on passing a background check. Giving Home Health Care has supported people affected by work-related health conditions at Department of Energy nuclear facilities since 2012. The company provides personalized in-home care and serves patients in Arizona, Colorado, Kentucky, Missouri, Nevada, New Mexico, Tennessee, Texas, and Utah.

Requirements

Current CPR certification.
Current First Aid certification.
Current 2-Step TB Test.
Good interpersonal skills.
Ability to stand and walk for prolonged periods, lift up to 50 pounds, and move patients.
Hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a clinical care setting; home health experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Execute physician-prescribed plans of care and document care provided in the system of record.
Administer prescribed treatments and therapies.
Perform patient assessments and coordinate care.
Assist with activities of daily living, communication, and monitoring vital signs in the patient’s home.
Provide one-on-one care in the patient’s home.
Communicate with patients’ family members, doctors, and other prescribed individuals about patients’ health.
Perform other personal care services as needed to meet the patient’s needs.