Home Health Certified Nursing Aide CNA

CNA/HHA JobThe CNA/HHA will provide routine individualized healthcare based on a care plan set by LPN to the elderly, convalescents, or persons with disabilities at the patient's home or in a care facility. Monitor or report changes in health status. May also provide personal care such as bathing, dressing, and grooming of patient.Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesThe essential functions include, but are not limited to the following:Provide companionship and socializationEscort clients to recreational activities and medical appointmentsPerform light housekeeping duties, as needed, to maintain a safe environment (i.e. changing bed linens, laundry, dishes, etc.)Help clients with personal care needs (i.e. Home duties, cooking, light cleaning, medication reminders, etc.)Assist clients with Activities of Daily Living (ADL's)Teach and encourage self-care skillsMaintain complete and accurate documentation of clients' careMaintain confidentiality in all matters related to the client's carePerform other duties as assignedMinimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities)One year of Caregiving experience (preferred)Part-Time role availableConnecticut HHA (preferred) or CNA (required), Driver's License, Car Insurance, Car RegistrationStrong clinical assessment, organizational and communication skillsAbility to handle multiple assignments simultaneouslyExcellent oral and written communication skillsExcellent customer relationship skillsPhysical Demands and Work EnvironmentThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to use hands or fingers, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.