Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)/ Home Health Aid (HHA)

Certified Nurse AssistantSchedule: Full-time, Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm, No Weekends or Holidays!Coverage Region: Waterbury AreaMust be a Certified Nurse Assistant in the state of ConnecticutPosition Purpose:Our home health aides provide paraprofessional services to our patients in their homes, following physician orders and in compliance with the state's Nurse Practice Act, any applicable licensure/certification requirements and our policies and procedures.What You Will Do:Follows care plan developed by RN.Reports client changes in condition to RN, as described on care plan.Assists clients with personal care activities including bathing, mouth care, denture care, skin care, grooming, bathroom privileges, transferring, ambulation, and dressing and undressing activities.Assists clients with household tasks including, planning and preparing meals, feeding, light housekeeping, changing linens, making bed, and laundering clothes and bedding.Measures and records client's oral, rectal and axillary temperatures, pulse respiration and blood pressure as ordered.Performs range of motion and other simple procedures as an extension of therapy services as assigned.Assists clients in self-administration of medication. This procedure must be assigned by an RN and documented in the clinical record. The Home Health / Hospice Aide shall not administer medication of any kind.Minimum Qualifications:High School diploma or GED required.Active CT, CNA certification in good standingCompletion of federally compliant training program as required by law/regulation and successful completion of a competency evaluation program.Documentation of one year's employment as an aide in an institution, home care, or hospice setting.Must have current Driver's license and reliable transportation to and from work site.Position Highlights and Benefits:Mileage reimbursementMedical, dental and vision insurance - day one benefitsShort and long-term disability403b with matching contributionGenerous paid time off PLUS 7 paid holidaysComprehensive orientationTuition reimbursement up to $5,250 a yearMinistry/Facility Information:Trinity Health Of New England At Home provides compassionate, exceptional care where people are most comfortable: at home. We are the area's most comprehensive home care provider with trusted quality of care. With new strategy, vision and technology, we are growing and shaping the future of healthcare!Our Commitment:Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.