Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

4 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants Are you looking for a change of pace? Trying to find a new job outside of the nursing home or hospital? Aveanna Healthcare allows you to have a flexible schedule based on your life while enjoying more manageable 1:1 caseloads. Why work with Aveanna? Smaller case loads means more opportunities to grow with your patient Referral Bonus opportunities Weekly Pay Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance Flexible Scheduling Holiday Pay and Potential for Overtime Paid Training & Continuous Professional Development 24/7 On call support with clinical and scheduling to handle issues outside of office hours Who are we? Aveanna Healthcare is one of the nation's largest homecare providers working with patients of all ages and specializing in pediatrics. Essential Job Functions Perform, assist, evaluate and document medical care such as basic first aid, taking weight and vital signs, catheter and bowel care including I&O monitoring, range of motion exercises, ambulation, transfer and positioning with wheelchairs and other non‑life support medical equipment and devices, prepare meals according to dietary and nutritional needs, care for patient’s special conditions and needs within scope of authorized tasks, help patient maintain good personal hygiene, assistance with bathing, toileting, grooming, shaving, skin and nail care, oral hygiene, dressing and eating, thorough completion and coordination of all required documentation, observe and report significant changes in patient’s condition to the RN Nursing Supervisor, provide hands‑on personal care and performance of simple procedures as an extension of therapy or nursing services, provide services that are ordered by the physician in the plan of care and that the aide is permitted to perform under state law. Assist in patient care activities and coordinate with additional staff. Requirements High school graduate or GED Current, unrestricted certification or proof of training as required by the state Current CPR certification Demonstrated proficiency in clinical assessments, documentation and compliance with aide care and policies and procedures Valid Driver’s License and acceptable MVR Other Skills/Abilities Attention to detail Time Management Effective problem‑solving and conflict resolution Good organization and communication skills Physical Requirements Must be able to speak, write, read and understand English Must be able to travel Must be able to lift 50 pounds Prolonged walking, standing, bending, kneeling, reaching, twisting Must be able to sit and climb stairs Must have visual and hearing acuity Must have strong sense of smell and touch Must be able to sufficiently reposition patients and move equipment without assistance Must be able to appropriately respond physically and mentally to emergency situations in the home or during transport Environment Must be able to function in a wide variety of environments which may involve exposure to allergens and other various conditions Possible exposure to blood, bodily fluids and infectious diseases Other Duties Other duties may change at any time with or without notice. Notice for Job Applicants Residing in California As an employer accepting Medicare and Medicaid funds, employees must comply with all health‑related requirements in all relevant jurisdictions, including required vaccinations and testing, subject to exemptions for medical or religious reasons as appropriate. #J-18808-Ljbffr Aveanna Healthcare