CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT

CNA/HHA Position

CNA/HHA Position for a home care agency. We are looking for staff for short shifts in the morning in Ft. Myers and Naples - must be willing to work 1 weekend day per week. Short shifts pay more and you can work up to 40 hours per week!

You will work in the home setting 1 on 1 with the client. Must be dependable and reliable. Working with Alzheimer's and dementia patients has its challenges - you must be able to work through the challenges and provide the compassionate and committed care the client deserves.

We are the highest starting pay home care agency in SWFL!!

Are you looking for a CNA job where you can make a difference in peoples lives? Do you want to work for a home care agency that truly cares about you? Thats where you can shine. We are proud to offer you the opportunity to pursue your passion at your own level, on a flexible schedule, and with the recognition and benefits you need. Come work for us and see how BrightStar Care of Naples & Ft. Myers (BrightStar Care) employees uphold A Higher Standard.

What We Offer:

At BrightStar Care we value each of our employees and care about their wellbeing. We strive to provide best-in-class benefits packages, including:

• Competitive Pay
• Weekly Pay with Direct Deposit
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 401K with Employer Contribution
• Employee Bonus Program
• Health Insurance Program
• Continuing Education Credits (CEUs)
• Alzheimers and Parkinsons Training
• Employee Discount Program with over 1,000 companies
• AND SO MUCH MORE!!

We strongly live our value of a work-life balance by providing our employees with the following:

• We offer Flexible Scheduled
• Day Shifts & Night Shifts
• Weekday & Weekend Shifts
• Short Shifts & Long Shifts

Responsibilities

• Providing care as directed by a nursing supervisor, including but not limited to: bathing, grooming, oral care, dressing, undressing, toileting activities, taking and recording vital signs, and assisting with height and weight measurements, if necessary
• Providing care according to the patients plan of care, assistance with daily tasks, including but not limited to: feeding, meal preparation, linen changes, light housekeeping, providing transportation to doctor appointments, outdoor activities, and shopping

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• AHCA Level 2 Background
• Certified Nursing Assistant License in Good Standing with the State of FL
• Certified in CPR
• Alzheimers (2 hour), HIV/AIDs and Assist with Self Medications CEUs
• Negative TB skin test or chest x-ray
• Physical Exam
• Minimum one (1) year experience
• Drivers License, valid and in good standing with the State of FL
• Self-directing with the ability to work with little direct supervision
• Empathy for the needs of the client
• Ability to read, write, speak and understand English and communicate effectively
• Treats clients, staff and the public with courtesy, respect and presents a positive public image.
• Works as a team member.
• Ensures confidentiality and security of the clients medical information.
• Must be able to stand walk, squat, bend, kneel, reach, twist, push and pull. Varied assistance is required depending on the mobility of the client. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against applicants due to race, ethnicity, gender, veteran status, or on the basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.