Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Alternate Solutions Health Network; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a compassionate team dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for patients in their own homes. As a Home Health Aide, you will provide essential support with daily living activities, ensuring a safe and comfortable environment for patients. This role offers flexible scheduling and competitive pay based on the number of visits you complete. With a supportive team and a comprehensive benefits package, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of patients and their families. If you're passionate about patient care and eager to contribute to a positive healthcare experience, we encourage you to apply today!

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

401k participation

Company paid life insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Active Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification required.
• One year of experience as a nurse aide in a relevant setting.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with daily living activities and personal care.
• Communicate changes in patient conditions to nursing staff.

Skills

Compassionate communication

Attention to detail

Patience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CNA certification

Job description

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) page is loaded

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Apply locations Louisville, KY time type Full time posted on Posted 4 Days Ago job requisition id 8451

Our culture and people are what set us apart from other post-acute care providers. We’re dedicated to the growth and development of our team to set them up for success. We CARE for our patients like they are our own FAMILY.

Agency: Baptist Health Home Care Kentucky - Louisville

Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:15AM - 5:00PM

Territory: Clinicians will work within Louisville, Glenview, Goshen, Masonic Home, Prospect, Fairdale and Okolona

Requirement: An active Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification in the state of Kentucky is required at the time of application

HOW YOU'LL MAKE A DIFFERENCE:
As a Home Health Aide (HHA) the work you do every day makes a difference in the lives of our patients. Our clinicians give our patients the greatest gift – the ability to spend enhanced quality time with their loved ones in their preferred environment.

As a Home Health Aide (HHA) you are an essential member of the home care team who works under the supervision of a nurse. You provide compassionate support with activities of daily living and basic personal care needs while ensuring a safe, comfortable living environment. Interacting with patients' families while caring for your patients and experiencing the rewarding privilege to be part of every step of their recovery journey.

WHAT WE OFFER:
We make it easy to do your job and have competitive financial incentives. On a pay per visit model, the more visits you make, the more you will earn! And we pay by the mile and have bonus opportunities. Our schedules are flexible, and you'll have the support of a whole team, from scheduling to patient admissions. Our benefits package is also competitive in the market. We provide medical, dental, and vision insurance with flexibility for you to select what works best for you. Eligible teammates will also receive paid time off, opportunity to participate in 401k, company paid life insurance and access to a robust Employee Assistance Program.

HOW YOU'LL WORK:
You'll perform personal care including but not limited to: bathing, grooming, skin care, toileting, and oral hygiene. You will effectively communicate and document any changes in patient conditions to the registered nurse or supervisor and maintain positive relationships with your patient and team.
You'll be responsible for all practices and duties within the home health aide scope of practice as outlined by the state for its HHA personnel.

MAJOR AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY:

• Patient Care: Assist patients as needed with lifting and transferring

• Communication: Maintain good relationships with the patient, the patient’s family, and staff. Reports any changes to the patient’s medical and living conditions to the supervisor or the case manager.

• Minimize Patient Risk: Ensure the living environment is healthy and safe.

• Policies: Completes all documentation following agency protocol and Medicare/Federal guidelines.

• Operations: Attend in-service training and mandatory agency meetings.

HARD & SOFT SKILLS:

• Compassionate communicator with a positive attitude

• Patience is a virtue when working with patients, families, physicians, and coworkers

• Attention to detail is critical, as is being observant and following directions

REQUIREMENTS:

• High school diploma or equivalent.

• State Tested Nurse Aide (STNA) or 75-hour nurse aide training (CNA).

• One year of experience as a nurse aide in a hospital, nursing home, home care agency, or a private setting under the direct supervision of a RN, which can be verified.

• Completion of skills competency test with 80% or higher score.

• Valid driver's license and auto insurance in your name as a driver

• Capable of all physical demands

We are proud to be part of the Alternate Solutions Health Network family.

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We’ll help you put your passion for patient care to work. Apply today!

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

About Us

Alternate Solutions Health Network collaborates with health systems in joint venture partnerships to create a post-acute care solution to deliver efficient centralized operations that is patient focused. Our company has been dedicated, since the very beginning, to transforming the quality of care for our team and our patients.