Certified Nursing Assistant or HHA

Cape Senior Home Healthcare; Barnstable (MA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Flexible schedule

Mileage reimbursement

Paid orientation

Paid training

Parental leave

Continuing education credits

Job summary

Cape Senior Home Healthcare is seeking a compassionate Nursing Assistant (CNA/HHA) to support patients in private home care and various facilities, including acute and skilled nursing environments. The role emphasizes daily living assistance, patient comfort, and collaboration with nursing staff.

Applicants should hold CNA or HHA certification and have experience with HIPAA-compliant care and electronic health records.

Qualifications

• CNA or HHA certification is required.
• Experience in home care or facilities preferred.
• BLS certification desirable.
• Familiar with HIPAA regulations and patient privacy.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, grooming and eating.
• Provide emotional support and companionship to patients.
• Help maintain a clean and safe environment for patients.
• Ensure compliance with HIPAA regulations to protect patient confidentiality.
• Monitor and record vital signs, including temperature, pulse, and blood pressure.
• Assist with mobility and transportation of patients within the facility.
• Communicate effectively with nursing staff regarding patient needs and changes in condition.
• Document patient care activities accurately using electronic health record systems like Epic or eClinicalWorks.

Skills

Compassionate

Interpersonal skills

Team player

Self-motivated

Physiology knowledge

Tools

Epic

eClinicalWorks

Job description

We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Nursing Assistant (CNA/HHA) to join our healthcare team. The ideal candidate will support patients in a private home care setting as well as at a number of facilities such as: acute, sub-acute, skilled nursing facilities, outpatient facilities, and assisted living facilities. As Nursing Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting patients' daily needs and enhancing their comfort.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Per diem, PRN

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• 401(k)
• Flexible schedule

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and eating.
• Provide emotional support and companionship to patients.
• Help maintain a clean and safe environment for patients.
• Ensure compliance with HIPAA regulations to protect patient confidentiality.
• Monitor and record vital signs, including temperature, pulse, and blood pressure.
• Assist with mobility and transportation of patients within the facility.
• Communicate effectively with nursing staff regarding patient needs and changes in condition.
• Document patient care activities accurately using electronic health record systems like Epic or eClinicalWorks.

Skills

• Strong knowledge of physiology to understand patient needs effectively.
• Proficiency in using electronic health record systems such as Epic or eClinicalWorks is preferred.
• Familiarity with HIPAA regulations to ensure patient privacy is maintained.
• Experience in home care, nursing homes, ICU, or hospice care settings is a plus.
• Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) is highly desirable.
• Compassionate demeanor with excellent interpersonal skills for effective patient interaction.
• Ability to work well in a team-oriented environment while also being self-motivated.

Join our team for a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful difference in patients' lives!

Benefits

• 401(k) matching
• Continuing education credits
• Flexible schedule
• Mileage reimbursement
• Paid orientation
• Paid training
• Parental leave

Supplemental Pay

• Bonus opportunities

License/Certification

• CNA or HHA (Required)

Ability to Commute

• Barnstable, MA 02601 (Required)