Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Job Details Level: Entry Job Location: Alamosa - Alamosa, CO 81101 Position Type: Full-Time/Part-Time Education Level: None Salary Range: $18.00 - $22.00 Hourly Travel Percentage: None Job Shift: Any Job Category: Health Care About NTSOC NTSOC is a non-profit organization based in Colorado Springs focused on providing home healthcare and therapies to children with disabilities. We ranked number 3 in the 2020 Best Place to work and offer competitive salary and benefits. Position Summary We are looking for a compassionate CNA to provide high quality care for our pediatric and adult clients to improve their quality of life at home. Essential Functions Provides direct care to selected clients as assigned by nursing leadership. Provides skilled assistance with activities of daily living, i.e., bathing, combing hair, oral hygiene, dressing, etc. Provides care in accordance with the client’s plan of care and tasks assigned by RN. Implements the client’s plan of care in compliance with agency and governmental regulations. Provides simple exercises, transfers, and assists with therapy programs when instructed. Responsible for documentation of all care provided within 24 hours of the visit utilizing electronic health record software. Reports immediately to supervisor or professional staff any changes in the client’s condition or any problems in assigned tasks. Provides emotional support to clients and families. Qualifications Ability to effectively communicate with staff, clients, and medical personnel. Ability to advocate for and relate to clients/families and their concerns. Minimum Education Must have completed a state accredited CNA program. Minimum Experience 1-year experience working as a CNA preferred. Home care experience preferred. Licenses/Certifications Must have a Colorado CNA certificate in good standing (DORA). Current BLS/CPR required. Physical and Mental Demands Regularly required to use hands to handle objects, tools, or controls and communicate effectively with other people. Occasional standing, walking, sitting, and reaching with hands and arms. Requires driving to client homes. Working Conditions Home environment. May be exposed to occupational hazards such as communicable diseases, harmful chemicals, and/or disoriented or combative patients. Must be able to work under stress and be emotionally capable of coping with changes in activity. Equipment Used Electronic health record system, laptop/tablet, vital sign, and assessment equipment. Benefits Full-time: Health, vision, and dental insurance; HSA; PTO/sick time; 403(b) with company match; voluntary life and AD&D; short/long term disability. Part-time: Sick time and 403(b) with company match. Salary $18.00 - $22.00 per hour, dependent upon experience. #J-18808-Ljbffr Nursing & Therapy Services Of Colorado