Home Care Aide (HHA, CNA, Certified Nursing Assistant)

Hartford HealthCare; Bridgeport (CT); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Hartford HealthCare at Home is seeking a compassionate HomeCare Aide to support patients in their homes and community settings across Connecticut. The role emphasizes maintaining comfort, dignity, independence, and quality of life under clinical direction, with focus on activities of daily living and safe home environments.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma, caregiving experience, and CT Home Care Aide or CNA certification preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• One year of caregiving, personal care, or home care experience preferred.
• Active Connecticut Home Care Aide Certificate and/or Connecticut CNA certification preferred.
• Valid Connecticut driver's license and reliable transportation required.
• Fluent English required; bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and mobility assistance.
• Provide emotional support, companionship, and comfort to patients and their families.
• Document services and patient interactions accurately in the Electronic Medical Record (EMR).
• Assist with routine range of motion exercises as directed by therapy staff.
• Remind patients to take medications as prescribed and assist with medication self-administration when appropriate.
• Prepare meals and encourage proper nutrition and hydration.
• Perform light housekeeping and home management tasks to support a safe and comfortable environment.
• Observe, monitor, and report changes in a patient's physical, emotional, or mental condition to the clinical team.
• Participate in required trainings, staff meetings, case conferences, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Follow all agency policies, safety standards, and confidentiality requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Job description

Location Detail: 765 Fairfield Ave Bridgeport (10411)

Shift Detail: Monday through Friday 8am to 3pm or 9am to 4pm, coverage of patients New Haven to Norwalk

Work where every moment matters.

Every day, over 40,000 Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here. We invite you to become part of Connecticut's most comprehensive healthcare network as a HomeCare Aide (CAN).

Hartford HealthCare at Home, the largest provider of homecare services in Connecticut, has been fulfilling our mission for more than 115 years. Our Person-Centered Care Model allows our colleagues to learn and grow within our organization, all while providing integrated support to the patient. As part of Hartford HealthCare, we leverage cutting edge technology to provide quality care in our client's home. Most importantly, our colleagues are appreciated for the real differences they make in both the lives of their clients and their clients' families.

The Hospice Aide/Home Care Aide provides compassionate personal care and assistance with activities of daily living to patients in their homes, assisted living communities, skilled nursing facilities, and other community-based settings. Working under the direction of the Clinical Case Manager, this role supports patients in maintaining comfort, dignity, independence, and quality of life while following the established plan of care. The ideal candidate is caring, dependable, and committed to delivering exceptional support to patients and their families.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and mobility assistance.
• Provide emotional support, companionship, and comfort to patients and their families.
• Document services and patient interactions accurately in the Electronic Medical Record (EMR).
• Assist with routine range of motion exercises as directed by therapy staff.
• Remind patients to take medications as prescribed and assist with medication self-administration when appropriate.
• Prepare meals and encourage proper nutrition and hydration.
• Perform light housekeeping and home management tasks to support a safe and comfortable environment.
• Observe, monitor, and report changes in a patient's physical, emotional, or mental condition to the clinical team.
• Participate in required trainings, staff meetings, case conferences, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Follow all agency policies, safety standards, and confidentiality requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• One year of caregiving, personal care, or home care experience preferred.
• Previous experience in home health, hospice, assisted living, or long-term care settings preferred.
• Active Connecticut Home Care Aide Certificate and/or Connecticut CNA certification preferred.
• Valid Connecticut driver's license and reliable transportation required.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to provide compassionate care to patients experiencing chronic illness, advanced disease, or end-of-life care.
• Experience working with seniors and supporting patients and families through hospice services preferred.
• Ability to work independently while remaining part of a collaborative healthcare team.
• Familiarity with electronic documentation systems preferred.
• Fluent English required; bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.
• Flexible availability, including part-time schedules of approximately 20 hours per week, with the opportunity for additional hours based on patient needs.

We take great care of careers

With locations around the state, Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth. Here, you are part of an organization on the cutting edge - helping to bring new technologies, breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men, women and children. We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving colleagues-- we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance. Every moment matters. And this is your moment.