Home Health Aide HHA / Certified Nursing Assistant CNA -W2 Agency

CNA/Home Health Aide

Come join the fastest growing home health agency in Southwest Florida!! Extended Family Home Care Services is a premier home care agency and W-2 employer seeking PRN Home Health Aides and CNAs to perform the agency's patient services in its service areas which span all of Southwest Florida. Lots of open hours available due to rapid growth!! PRN staff are eligible to participate in the 401(k) plan 30 days after hire. Applicants will be screened for their experience and certifications to determine which position they qualify for. We are looking for motivated, caring individuals who want to meet our patient's needs while working for a company that offers a great culture with competitive pay. Come be a part of our extended family!

Compensation & Benefits

Pay Range: $19.00 - $20.00/hr. based on experience and certifications
Job Type: Hourly
401(k) Plan
Continuing education credits
Flexible schedule
Mileage reimbursement
Paid orientation
Paid training
Referral program

Schedule

To accommodate the scheduling needs of our clients, Extended Family Home Care Services employees with PRN status must meet the minimum requirements
Be available for 10 weekday (Monday Friday) shifts each month
Be available for 2 weekend (Saturday - Sunday) shifts each month
Be available to cover 3 holidays each year
Day shifts and overnight shifts available
Flexible hours

Position Duties & Responsibilities

Provides personal care and related services in the home, under the direction, instruction, and supervision of the Supervising Nurse. Tasks to be performed by an HHA must be assigned by and performed under the supervision of an RN who will be responsible for the client care/services provided by the HHA. Under no circumstances may an HHA be assigned to receive or reduce any intravenous procedures, or any other sterile or invasive procedures, other than rectal temperatures or enemas. Follows the plan of care to provide, safe, competent care/service to the client Helps the client to maintain good personal hygiene and assists in maintaining a healthful, safe environment Plans and prepares nutritious meals Assists the client with ambulation as approved Encourages the client to become as independent as possible according to the care plan Attempts to promote client's mental alertness through involvement in activities of interest Gives simple emotional and psychological support to the client and other members of the household and establishes a relationship with client and family which transmit trust and confidentiality Reports any change in the client's mental or physical condition or in the home situation to the supervisor Performs routine housekeeping tasks as related to a safe and comfortable environment for the client Prepares a visit report promptly and incorporates same in the client record weekly Confirms on a weekly basis, the scheduling of visits so that other necessary visits by staff members can be coordinated Works with personnel of other community agencies involved in the client's care Attends in-service as required by regulation Confer with the Supervisor about client's status and care, participate in the planning of service Promptly report any change in client condition to the Supervisor Works within the Home Aide's scope of practice, as directed by a Registered Nurse and report in writing to the Supervising Nurse

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent
Certified Nursing Assistant or Certified Home Health Aide
Active AHCA Fingerprints (Level II Clearance) with Eligible status
CPR/First Aid Card by American Heart Association, American Red Cross, or the National Safety Council
Recent TB Test Result (within 12 months) or Chest X-Ray (within 5 years)
State of Florida Driver's License with insured vehicle
The ability to drive and the ability to access clients' homes, which may not be routinely wheelchair accessible, are required. Hearing, eyesight, and physical dexterity must be sufficient to perform a physical assessment of the client's condition and to perform client care. On occasion, may be required to bend, stoop, reach and move client weight up to 250 pounds; lift and/or carry up to 30 pounds. Must be able to communicate in English clearly, both verbally and in writing. Must be free from health problems that may be injurious to client, self and co-workers and must present appropriate evidence to substantiate this Must comprehend the basics of personal care, housekeeping and meal preparation Must understand and respect client's including ethics and confidentiality of care Compensation: $19.00 - $20.00 per hour