Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Elara Caring; Wells (ME); On-site; USD 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Elara Caring is hiring a compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) to support home health patients in Portland and surrounding communities. You will provide personal, one-on-one care that helps patients stay safe, comfortable, and independent in the place they call home.

If you are dependable, caring, and ready to build meaningful relationships with your patients, we would love to meet you. This role offers flexible scheduling and a supportive clinical team.

Qualifications

• Must hold current Maine CNA certification.
• Experience in home health is a plus.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and assist with transfers as needed.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with bathing, dressing, grooming, and personal hygiene.
• Support safe movement, positioning, transfers, and mobility.
• Help with daily activities per the patient’s Plan of Care.
• Observe and report changes in patient condition.
• Provide companionship and emotional support.
• Maintain a safe and comfortable home environment.
• Communicate with nurses, caregivers, and care team.
• Complete accurate and timely visit documentation.
• Protect patient dignity, privacy, and independence.

Skills

CNA certification Maine

Compassionate caregiving

Strong communication

Job description

At Elara Caring, we have a unique opportunity to play a huge role in the growth of an entire home care industry. Here, each employee has the chance to make a real difference by carrying out our mission every day. Join our elite team of healthcare professionals, providing the Right Care, at the Right Time, in the Right Place.

Job Description:

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Home Health PRN

Give Patients the Support They Need to Stay at Home

The smallest moments of care can make the biggest difference.

Elara Caring is hiring a compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant to support home health patients throughout Portland and surrounding communities. You will provide personal, one-on-one care that helps patients remain safe, comfortable, and independent in the place they call home.

If you are dependable, caring, and ready to build meaningful relationships with your patients, we would love to meet you.

What You’ll Do

• Assist patients with bathing, dressing, grooming, and personal hygiene
• Support safe movement, positioning, transfers, and mobility
• Help with daily activities according to the patient’s Plan of Care
• Observe and report changes in a patient’s condition
• Provide companionship and emotional support
• Maintain a safe and comfortable home environment
• Communicate with nurses, caregivers, and other members of the care team
• Complete accurate and timely visit documentation
• Protect patient dignity, privacy, and independence

Why Join Elara Caring?

• Meaningful one-on-one patient care
• Flexible scheduling based on patient needs and your availability
• Supportive and collaborative clinical team
• Comprehensive onboarding and mentorship
• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement
• 401(k) with company match
• Medical, dental, vision, paid time off, and additional benefits based on eligibility
• The opportunity to make a difference with every visit

What You’ll Bring

• Current CNA certification in Maine
• Compassionate and patient-focused approach to care
• Positive attitude and dependable work ethic
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Dedication to safe, high-quality patient care
• Ability to work independently in patients’ homes
• Ability to frequently lift, push, pull, and support up to 50 pounds, including positioning or transferring patients and moving equipment
• Must possess a valid driver's license, maintain an acceptable driving record, OR have reliable transportation to travel between patient homes and assigned work locations.

Make Every Visit Matter

Bring your compassion directly to the patients who need it most.

The base salary for this position is $19 to $22.00 per hour, based on the company’s good faith estimate at the time of posting. Actual pay will be determined based on factors such as education, experience, skills, and internal equity.

Equal Employment Opportunity

We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and comply with state and federal affirmative action requirements. Individuals are recruited, hired, assigned and promoted without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. If you require assistance due to a disability in the application or recruitment process, please submit a request via email at [e-mail].

Pay & Benefit Information

Compensation for this role will be determined based on a variety of factors, including qualifications, skills, competencies, and relevant experience. Elara offers a broad range of benefits. Learn more at https://careers.elara.com/us/en/benefits

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