Certified Nursing Assistant

Optimal Home Care & Hospice; Loveland (CO); On-site; USD 37,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Optimal Home Care & Hospice in Loveland, CO is seeking a dedicated Certified Nursing Assistant to provide hands-on care in patients' homes. You will assist with bathing, dressing, grooming, mobility, and transfers while monitoring vitals and reporting changes to licensed staff.

You must hold an active Colorado CNA license and CPR certification. Strong communication, documentation accuracy, infection control, and HIPAA compliance are essential to ensure high-quality, compassionate care for

Qualifications

• Active Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) license in Colorado
• Current CPR certification
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to follow care plans and document care accurately
• Experience with infection control and patient safety practices
• Knowledge of HIPAA regulations and confidentiality requirements
• Experience in home health, hospice, or long-term care preferred
• High school diploma or equivalent

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on care: bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, mobility, transfers.
• Monitor and report changes in patient condition to licensed staff.
• Maintain a clean, safe home environment and support infection control.
• Document care accurately and communicate with patients, families and care team.
• Follow individualized care plans and participate in multidisciplinary team
• Maintain reliable schedule and perform physical tasks as required.

Skills

Personal care assistance

Vital signs monitoring

Communication skills

Documentation accuracy

Infection control

HIPAA compliance

Team collaboration

Physical stamina

Education

CNA license Colorado

CPR certification

Job description

Company Description Optimal Home Care & Hospice is dedicated to providing personalized, high-quality home health services that help individuals live comfortably and with dignity in their own homes. Since 2004, the organization has served Denver and surrounding counties with skilled nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, and non-medical support services. As a Medicare- and Medicaid-certified agency, Optimal Home Care & Hospice maintains high standards of care while tailoring services to the unique needs of each client. A compassionate, multidisciplinary team collaborates with skilled nursing, assisted living, and independent living facilities to promote independence, healing, and comfort. The agency proudly serves a broad region across Colorado, offering meaningful career opportunities for caregivers who value client-centered care.

Role Description The Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) provides hands-on care to patients in an on-site setting in Loveland, CO, supporting daily activities and promoting comfort and safety. This full-time role includes assisting with bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, mobility, and transfers, as well as monitoring vital signs and reporting changes in patient condition to licensed nursing staff. The CNA helps maintain a clean and safe environment, supports infection control practices, and follows individualized care plans. Additional responsibilities include documenting care accurately, communicating with patients, families, and the care team, and upholding agency policies and regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• Active Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) license in the state of Colorado and current CPR certification.
• Demonstrated skills in personal care assistance, safe patient handling, and basic vital sign monitoring.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to interact effectively with patients, families, and healthcare professionals.
• Ability to follow care plans, work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team, and maintain accurate documentation.
• Reliability in maintaining scheduled shifts, with the ability to perform physical tasks such as lifting, standing, and walking for extended periods.
• Understanding of infection control, patient safety practices, and confidentiality requirements (HIPAA compliance).
• Experience in home health, hospice, or long-term care settings is preferred but not required.
• High school diploma or equivalent and a commitment to providing compassionate, client-centered care.