HHA/CNA – Dementia & Alzheimer’s Care Experience

BrightStar Care; Carmel (IN); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly Pay

Daily Pay Option

Health Insurance

Recognition

Tech-Enabled

Flexible Schedule

Job summary

BrightStar Care of Indianapolis in Carmel, IN is seeking an HHA/CNA with dementia care experience for part-time, hourly work in patients' homes.

You will provide specialized memory support, assist with ADLs, monitor safety, and coordinate with families and the Director of Nursing. This role offers weekly pay, health insurance, flexible scheduling, and tech-enabled care notes.

Qualifications

• Current, unrestricted HHA or CNA license in Indiana.
• Certified CPR/BLS and TB test or chest x-ray/QuantiFERON.
• Minimum 1 year of home health or facility care experience, with dementia/alzheimer’s experience.
• Excellent assessment and critical-thinking skills for home care.
• Licensed driver with valid auto insurance and reliable transportation.
• Physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds and assist with mobility.

Responsibilities

• Specialized memory support using redirection and validation therapy.
• Manage behavioral changes with calm, empathetic care.
• Engage clients with cognitive activities to promote well-being.
• Assist with ADLs: bathing, dressing, grooming.
• Provide safety monitoring to prevent wandering.
• Monitor client condition and inform the Director of Nursing and family.
• Prepare meals and hydration reminders per dietary needs.
• Maintain accurate care documentation and vitals records.

Skills

Assessment skills

Critical thinking

Driver with insurance

Mobility support

Job description

HHA/CNA – Dementia & Alzheimer’s Care Experience

Local Agency: BrightStar Care of Indianapolis Location: Carmel, IN Position Type: Part Time - hourly Req ID: 2761278 Are you a caregiver who believes that every individual deserves to age with dignity and joy, regardless of cognitive change? We are looking for extraordinary Home Health Aides who don't just "see a patient," but see the person behind the diagnosis. Join our team as a specialist in Dementia and Alzheimer’s Care, where your patience and empathy will become the cornerstone of a client’s ability to thrive safely and happily in the home they love.

Why Work with BrightStar Care of Indianapolis?

• Weekly Pay: Direct deposit every week.
• Daily Pay Option: Available via ZayZoon.
• Health Insurance: Offered through Vitable.
• Recognition: Work for an "Enterprise Champion for Quality" (14 years running) and a "HomeCare Pulse Employer of Choice."
• Tech-Enabled: HIPAA-compliant communication and easy mobile clock-in/care notes.
• Flexible Schedule: PRN options available to fit your lifestyle.

Key Responsibilities

• Specialized Memory Support: Utilize redirection, validation therapy, and engagement techniques tailored to the cognitive needs of clients with Alzheimer’s/Dementia.
• Behavioral Management: Maintain a secure environment, managing behavioral changes or agitation with a calm, professional, and empathetic demeanor.
• Cognitive Engagement: Lead clients in cognitive stimulation activities, such as puzzles, music, or reminiscing, to promote mental well-being and joy.
• Dignified Personal Care: Assist with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs)—including bathing, dressing, and grooming—navigating potential care refusal with patience.
• Safety & Monitoring: Provide vigilant supervision to prevent wandering and ensure the home remains a safe, hazard-free environment.
• Clinical Communication: Monitor and track changes in the client’s condition and proactively update the Director of Nursing and family members.
• Nutritional Support: Prepare nutritious meals and provide consistent hydration reminders, adhering to specific dietary requirements.
• Documentation: Maintain accurate, detailed records of care, vitals, and any subtle shifts in cognitive status.

Requirements

• Licensure: Current, unrestricted HHA or CNA license in the state of Indiana.
• Certifications: Certified CPR/BLS and negative 2-step TB skin test or chest x-ray or quantiferon
• Experience: Minimum of one (1) year of documented experience in a home health agency or facility; direct experience in Dementia/Alzheimer’s care is required.
• Skills: Exceptional assessment skills and the ability to think critically in a home-care setting.
• Transportation: Licensed driver with valid automobile insurance and reliable transportation.
• Physical Ability:
  • Must be able to stand, walk, squat, bend, kneel, reach, twist, push, and pull to provide varied assistance based on client mobility.
  • Must be able to safely lift and transfer up to 50 pounds.

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