Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Mary Dickson; Newark (DE); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid sick leave

Flexible schedule

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) retirement plan

Weekly pay and direct deposit

24/7 on-call support

Job summary

Care Options for Kids is looking for Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) in Newark, Delaware. As a CNA, you will provide one-on-one hourly care to pediatric and adult clients in their homes, assisting with personal hygiene and daily living activities.

Benefits include medical coverage, 401(k) plans, and flexible schedules. Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED and a valid Delaware CNA license. Join us in providing compassionate care!

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of experience in home care preferred.
• Must have a valid Driver’s license.
• Must be within one year of TB testing.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with personal hygiene and daily activities.
• Maintain a clean and safe environment for patients.
• Measure vital signs and report changes to RN.
• Keep accurate records of patient care activities.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Observation

Personal hygiene assistance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Current Delaware CNA license

Job description

About the Role: At Care Options for Kids, we are committed to providing the highest quality of care with integrity and compassion and are seeking Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) 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)

• Paid sick leave and flexible schedule
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Weekly pay and direct deposit
• 24/7 on‑call for support

Responsibilities of Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs)

• Perform all personal care activities contained in a written assignment by the Registered Nurse (RN) which may include 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)

• Education: High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Experience: A minimum of 1 year of experience in home care is preferred.
• Licensure/Certification: Current, valid Delaware CNA license.
• Physical: Must be within one year of TB Skin Test (PPD) or TB Blood Test (QF) and have a valid Driver’s license.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.