Care Assistant

Avera at Home; Pierre (SD); On-site; USD 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO day 1

Retirement matching up to 5%

Career development & mentorship

Job summary

Avera at Home in Pierre, SD is seeking an in-home caregiver to provide personal care to elderly, convalescent, or disabled patients in home or facility settings. You will work with a multidisciplinary team to support daily living activities per the plan of care.

Responsibilities include ADL assistance, documentation, and coordination with nurses. A valid CNA certification is required upon hire, with Minnesota-specific CNA licensing if applicable. Competitive benefits offered.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) certification required upon hire.
• If working in Minnesota, CNA licensing requirements apply.

Responsibilities

• Provides assistance to patients with activities of daily living.
• Provides personal care as directed by the nurse and care plan.
• Performs housekeeping, laundry, meal preparation, and shopping as needed.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Teamwork

Observation

Education

Driver's License - Licensing Board

Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) - Licensing Board

Minnesota state practice (CNA-related)

Job description

Location

Avera at Home Pierre

Worker Type

Regular Work

Shift

Day Shift (United States of America)

Pay Range

Actual pay rate dependent upon experience. $18.00 - $23.50

Position Highlights

May be eligible for a $2500 sign on bonus

You Belong at Avera

Be part of a multidisciplinary team built with compassion and the goal of Moving Health Forward for you and our patients. Work where you matter.

A Brief Overview

Provides personal care for elderly, convalescent or disabled persons in home or facility settings. Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care for the population served by Avera.

What You Will Do

• Provides assistance to patients with their activities of daily living.
• Provides personal care for patients as directed and delegated by the nurse, according to the established plan of care.
• Provides services such as housekeeping, laundry, meal preparation, and shopping.
• Assists patient with social activities as prescribed by the plan of care.
• Maintains timely and accurate documentation.
• Reports changes in patient status to supervisor.
• Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patient served in the agency.
• Uses equipment and supplies effectively and efficiently.
• Adheres to environmental, safety and infection policies and procedures.

Essential Qualifications

The individual must be able to work the hours specified. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job function satisfactorily including having visual acuity adequate to perform position duties and the ability to communicate effectively with others, hear, understand and distinguish speech and other sounds. These requirements and those listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the essential job functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions, as long as the accommodations do not cause undue hardship to the employer.

Required Education, License/Certification, or Work Experience

• Drivers License - Licensing Board
• Upon Hire Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) - Licensing Board
• If working in the state of Minnesota

Preferred Education, License/Certification, or Work Experience

• High School or GED Equivalent
• Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) - Licensing Board
• An active license in the state of practice
• Less than 1 year in home health care or related health care field

Expectations and Standards

Commitment to the daily application of Avera’s mission, vision, core values, and social principles to serve patients, their families, and our community. Promote Avera’s values of compassion, hospitality, and stewardship. Uphold Avera’s standards of Communication, Attitude, Responsiveness, and Engagement (CARE) with enthusiasm and sincerity. Maintain confidentiality. Work effectively in a team environment, coordinating work flow with other team members and ensuring a productive and efficient environment. Comply with safety principles, laws, regulations, and standards associated with, but not limited to, CMS, The Joint Commission, DHHS, and OSHA if applicable.

Benefits You Need & Then Some

Avera is proud to offer a wide range of benefits to qualifying part-time and full-time employees. We support you with opportunities to help live balanced, healthy lives. Benefits are designed to meet needs of today and into the future. PTO available day 1 for eligible hires. Up to 5% employer matching contribution for retirement. Career development guided by hands-on training and mentorship.

Avera is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, Veteran Status, or other categories protected by law. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-605-504-4444 or send an email to [e-mail].

Additional Context

At Avera, the way you are treated as an employee translates into the compassionate care you deliver to patients and team members. Because we consider health care a ministry, you can live out your faith, uphold the dignity and respect of all persons while not compromising high-quality services. Join us in making a positive impact on moving health forward.