Homecare CNA Part time

Trinity Health • Fayetteville, NC

68d

About The Position

The certified nurse assistant is responsible for providing various care services necessary for attending to the personal needs, support, and health status of participants both in clinic and in home. This position requires participation as a member of the interdisciplinary team in ongoing participant assessment and monitoring, reporting on personal care services provided and the self-care abilities of participants, including changes noted in their condition.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid Drivers License and own insured vehicle.
• Must be an active certified nurse assistant in the state where PACE Organization is located.
• Minimum of one (1) year of documented experience working with a frail or elderly population or appropriate training from the PACE organization upon hiring.
• Experience in a long-term care facility or with a community-based geriatric program preferred.
• Physical mobility that includes movement from place to place.
• Must be able to sit for long periods of time.
• Physical agility, including ability to maneuver body while in place.
• Dexterity of hands and fingers.
• Coordination, including eye-hand, hand-foot.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a long-term care facility or with a community-based geriatric program preferred.

Responsibilities

• Participate as a member of the interdisciplinary team in ongoing participant assessment and monitoring.
• Report on personal care services provided and the self-care abilities of participants, including changes noted in participants' condition.
• Provide personal care assistance to maintain the independence of participants in activities of daily living, including toileting, showers, eating, and grooming.
• Assist in the maintenance of physical activity, exercise, and walking.
• Provide nursing care as assigned in a safe manner, consistent with the policies and procedures of the PACE Organization.
• Responsible for participant safety, identify safety hazards and emergency situations, and initiate corrective action as able.
• Provide behavioral supervision or support for participants, such as reality orientation and emotional reassurance.
• Assist with general activities such as conversing with participants, recreation activities, meal and snack serving, and housekeeping.
• Assist in identifying signs and symptoms indicating physical, emotional, or behavioral change in participants and report these signs to the center staff and/or supervisor.
• Assure compliance with infection control, personal protection equipment, blood-borne pathogens, hazardous material handling, and fire safety standards.
• Escort participants to medical, dental, optometry, rehabilitation, and other appointments as necessary.
• Assist transportation staff with loading and unloading of participants from vehicles.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefit packages available, including 1st Day medical coverage, dental, vision, paid time off, 403B and educational assistance.
• Access to wages earned daily through Daily Pay.
• Ability to earn incentives through our Employee Referral program.
• Warm and supportive environment with a truly patient-centered focus.
• Comprehensive Orientation and professional development opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Religious, Grantmaking, Civic, Professional, and Similar Organizations
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees