Caregiver/CNA

Village Caregiving - Bluefield, VA; Princeton (WV); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Flexible schedule

Life insurance

Referral program

Vision insurance

Job summary

Village Caregiving - Bluefield, VA is seeking a compassionate caregiver/CNA to join our growing team. You will provide personal hygiene support, assist with medications and mobility, and help with daily living activities in clients' homes.

The role emphasizes patient-centered care, safety, and dignity with shifts that may include nights and weekends. Prior healthcare or in-home care experience is preferred; a valid driver’s license is beneficial.

Qualifications

• Experience in healthcare or in-home care preferred.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal hygiene assistance for elderly or recovering clients.
• Help with medications and ambulation.
• Assist with mobility around home or outside for appointments or walks.
• Plan and prepare meals.
• Assist with physical therapy exercises.
• Run errands or accompany clients for shopping.
• Perform housekeeping duties.
• Report incidents promptly and respond to emergencies.
• Assist with daily living activities such as meals and related tasks.

Skills

Compassionate care

Patient-focused

Reliable transportation

Able to lift 50 lbs

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

We are looking for a compassionate caregiver/CNA to join our growing team! The right candidate has a can-do attitude, a friendly demeanor, and the ability to provide many levels of support to our clients.

Benefits

• Dental insurance

• Flexible schedule

• Life insurance

• Referral program

• Vision insurance

Responsibilities

• Provide personal hygiene assistance for elderly patients or those recovering from surgeries, injuries or accidents by attending to their basic needs, such as showering, bathing, dressing and eating
• Help clients take prescribed medication and assist clients with ambulation
• Help with mobility around the house or outside (doctor's appointments, walks etc.)
• Plan and prepare meals
• Assist with physical therapy exercises
• Complete client's shopping or accompany them to successfully do so
• Perform housekeeping duties
• Report any unusual incidents and act quickly and responsibly in cases of emergency
• Offer activities that are essential for daily living by assisting patients with their meals, including serving and other tasks, if necessary.

Qualifications

• Enjoy working in a one-on-one setting, eager to improve and continuously learn new skills
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds with physical capability to perform job-related duties
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation every single day
• Validated ability to act in a compassionate and supportive manner
• Available to work different shifts, including nights and/or weekends
• Prior experience in a healthcare, hospitality, or in-home care environment (minimum of 1 year)
• Willingness to enforce health and safety standards
• Supportive and compassionate
• High School Diploma or equivalent/Experience as a Caregiver, CNA or HHA, or completion of a CNA Program
• Take pride in providing high quality care
• Hoyer Lift Experience (specific to client)

We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.