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As a PCA/CNA, you bring immense value to the workplace by providing essential hands-on care to patients, assisting nurses and healthcare professionals, and ensuring a safe and comfortable environment for those in need. Your dedication, compassion, and expertise contribute significantly to the well-being and recovery of patients, making you an integral part of the healthcare team. Your work helps improve quality of life for individuals in their time of vulnerability, showcasing the importance and impact of your role in the healthcare setting.
Independence at Home is a family oriented work place. We take pride in offering our employees what they deserve!
Responsibilities:
- Provide direct patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse or licensed practical nurse.
- Assist clients with activities of daily living, such as bathing, dressing, and grooming.
- Assist with mobility and transfers, using proper lifting techniques.
- Follow aseptic technique when performing procedures and handling equipment.
- Maintain patient confidentiality and adhere to HIPAA regulations.
- Document client information accurately in client records.
- Medication reminders
- Provide care to individuals with developmental disabilities or special needs.
- Monitor and report changes in client condition to the nursing staff.
- Perform basic life support measures in emergency situations.
Requirements:
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
- Completion of a nursing assistant training program or equivalent experience.
- Current certification as a nursing assistant (CNA) preferred.
- Knowledge of medical terminology and basic healthcare procedures.
- Ability to lift and move patients with proper body mechanics.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Familiarity with electronic medical records systems is a plus.
Benefits include:
- Major Medical
- Dental
- Supplemental
- Life
- All employee's working full time will earn vacation time per pay period.
- Pay is Bi-weekly, however, we offer the ability to get paid when it is needed.
Note: This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the position. It is not an exhaustive list of responsibilities, skills, qualifications, or working conditions associated with the job.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $13.00 - $15.00 per hour
Expected hours: 36 – 40 per week
Benefits:
- Caregiver leave
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid orientation
- Paid time off
- Paid training
- Vision insurance
Physical setting:
- Outpatient
Standard shift:
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Night shift
- Overnight shift
Supplemental pay types:
- Attendance bonus
- Hourly bonus
- Overtime pay
Supplemental schedule:
- Extended hours
- Holidays
- Overtime
Weekly schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- Rotating weekends
- Weekends as needed
Work Location: In person
