Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Care Options For Kids; Erie (Erie County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a compassionate team dedicated to providing top-notch care in homes. The role of a Certified Nursing Assistant or Home Health Aide involves assisting patients with personal care, maintaining a clean environment, and monitoring health metrics. This position offers a flexible schedule, medical benefits, and a supportive work environment. Be part of a forward-thinking company that values integrity and compassion while making a meaningful impact in the lives of families. If you're passionate about caregiving and want to contribute to a community-focused organization, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Paid Sick Leave

Flexible Schedule

Medical Coverage

Dental Coverage

Vision Coverage

401k

Weekly Pay

Direct Deposit

24/7 On-Call Support

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year experience in home care preferred.
• Current CNA license or Home Health Aide Certificate required.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with personal hygiene, eating, and mobility.
• Maintain a clean and safe environment for clients.
• Measure vital signs and keep health records.

Skills

Personal Care

Patient Observation

Hygiene Assistance

Record Keeping

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

PPE (Masks, Gloves, Hand Sanitizer)

Job description

About the Role

At Care Options for Kids we bring love, light, and laughter into the homes and communities we serve. We are committed to providing the highest quality of care with integrity and compassion and are seeking Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) and Home Health Aides (HHAs) that share our same vision. Care Options for Kids specializes in one-on-one hourly pediatric and adult care in the home.

Benefits for Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) or Home Health Aides (HHAs)

• Paid Sick Leave and Flexible Schedule
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401k
• Weekly pay and direct deposit
• 24/7 on-call for support

Responsibilities of Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) or Home Health Aides (HHAs)

• Perform all personal care activities contained in a written assignment by the Registered Nurse (RN) which may include, but not be limited to, assisting the patient or client with personal hygiene, ambulation, eating, dressing, shaving, and physical transfer.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and healthy environment, which may include light cleaning and straightening of the bathroom, straightening the sleeping and living areas, washing the patient's or client's dishes or laundry, and such tasks to maintain cleanliness and safety for the patient or client.
• Measure intake and output of fluids, and measure temperature, pulse, respiration, or blood pressure.
• Keep records of personal health care activities.
• Observe appearance and gross behavioral changes in the patient or client, reporting to the Registered Nurse (RN).

Requirements for Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) or Home Health Aides (HHAs)

Education: High school diploma or GED preferred.

Experience: A minimum of 1 year of experience in home care is preferred.

Licensure/Certification:

• Current, valid Pennsylvania CNA license OR 75 hour Home Health Aide Certificate
• PPD or Chest X-Ray
• Valid Driver's License

About Care Options for Kids

Preferred Home Health Care & Nursing Services is proud to be a part of the Care Options for Kids Community. For more than two decades, Care Options for Kids has delivered specialized clinical care to help children and their families live more fulfilled lives. As the leading pediatric community healthcare system, we provide dedicated, compassionate therapy, nursing, and support that integrates into children's lives and creates limitless possibilities for our growing team of clinicians. It's about helping a neighbor, building a friendship, and most importantly, making a difference in our community — one family at a time. And, achieving that mission can only be accomplished with talented and caring caregivers like you.

We value the health and well-being of our nurses and understand the vital role you play in caring for our clients. PPE is provided in each home — including masks, gloves, and hand sanitizer. We follow CDC guidelines to ensure you, your client, and your family stay healthy.

Care Options for Kids is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.