Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Care Options For Kids; Wilmington (DE); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid sick leave

Flexible schedule

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401(k)

Weekly pay

Direct deposit

Job summary

Care Options for Kids in Delaware seeks Certified Nursing Assistants to provide one-on-one home care. You will support personal care, daily living activities, and health monitoring in clients' homes.

We offer paid sick leave, medical/dental/vision coverage, 401(k), weekly pay, and 24/7 clinical support. A Delaware CNA license and HS diploma/GED are required, with 1 year home-care experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Education and licensure requirements for CNAs.
• 1 year of home-care experience preferred.
• Delaware CNA license and TB test are required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with personal care per RN assignment, including hygiene, ambulation, eating, dressing, and transfers.
• Maintain a clean and safe home environment and assist with light chores.
• Measure intake/output and vital signs as directed.
• Keep records of care activities and report changes to RN.
• Observe patient appearance and behavior, communicating changes to supervisor.

Skills

CNA certification

Education

High school diploma or GED

Delaware CNA license

TB skin test or TB blood test

Valid Driver's 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
• 24/7clinical support whenever guidance is needed

Responsibilities of Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs)

• 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.
• Measuring 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 within one year
• TB Skin Test (PPD) or TB Blood Test (QF)
• Valid Driver's license

About Care Options for Kids

For more than two decades, Care Options for Kids has delivered specialized care to help children and their families live more fulfilled lives. As the leading pediatric community healthcare system, we provided 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 caregivers 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 stays 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.

Salary

$18.00 - $20.00 / hour