Compassionate Geriatric Care Assistant - Travel & Local

Xcel Home Health; Ashburn (VA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Xcel Home Health is hiring a Geriatric Nursing Assistant (GNA) for assignments in Virginia. The role involves assisting elderly clients with daily tasks, monitoring their health, and providing companionship. Qualifications include a high school diploma, certification as a GNA, and successful completion of state training. Candidates must have compassion for elderly clients and the ability to lift and support them. The position requires adherence to safety and infection control protocols. Opportunities for both travel and local assignments are available.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Certification as a Geriatric Nursing Assistant in the state (after CNA certification and additional GNA requirements).
• Successful completion of state-approved GNA training and competency evaluation.
• Must pass background check and drug screen.
• Ability to perform physical caregiving tasks safely.

Responsibilities

• Assist elderly clients with personal hygiene and grooming.
• Provide mobility support, transfers, and repositioning.
• Monitor and report physical or behavioral changes to supervising nurses.
• Support clients with nutrition, hydration, and feeding.
• Assist with toileting and incontinence care.
• Offer emotional support and companionship to geriatric clients.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and comfortable environment.
• Comply with infection control, HIPAA, and agency policies.

Job description

Xcel Home Health is hiring a Geriatric Nursing Assistant (GNA) for assignments in Virginia. The role involves assisting elderly clients with daily tasks, monitoring their health, and providing companionship. Qualifications include a high school diploma, certification as a GNA, and successful completion of state training. Candidates must have compassion for elderly clients and the ability to lift and support them. The position requires adherence to safety and infection control protocols. Opportunities for both travel and local assignments are available.