Home Health Aide

Apploi; Crete (IL); Sur place; USD 34 000 - 48 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Continuing education credits

Flexible schedule

License reimbursement

Tuition reimbursement

Résumé du poste

Safe Life Home Health is seeking dedicated CNAs to join our team in Will County, IL. You will provide compassionate home health care, assisting with ADLs, mobility, vital signs, medications, and patient education. Documentation in EMR (Kinnser) and collaboration with nurses and therapists are essential.

Flexible scheduling and a supportive team environment help you deliver quality care while maintaining patient comfort and safety. Valid CNA and CPR are required; driving is often needed.

Qualifications

• Active CNA certificate
• CPR certification
• Valid driver’s license and car insurance
• Prior home health experience is a plus
• Familiarity with EMR Kinnser by WellSky is advantageous
• Excellent communication skills
• Compassion and kindness are essential qualities

Responsabilités

• Assist with ADLs (bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting) for home health patients.
• Support mobility with transfers and use of mobility aids.
• Take and record vital signs (BP, pulse, temperature).
• Provide medication reminders and ensure adherence to schedules.
• Assist with meal prep, feeding, and dietary monitoring.
• Maintain patient hygiene and comfort (linens, oral care).
• Observe and report changes to nursing team; document care in EMR (Kinnser).
• Communicate clearly with patient, family, and health team.
• Follow infection control and safety protocols to keep patients safe.
• Provide transportation to appointments as needed.
• Offer emotional support and companionship.
• Collaborate with nurses and therapists for comprehensive care.
• Educate patients and families on self-care and safety measures.

Connaissances

Excellent communication skills

Compassionate care

Formation

Active CNA certificate

CPR certification

Outils

Kinnser by WellSky

Description du poste

Job Title

Home Health Aide / CNA

Location

Will County, IL

Type

Full-time/Part-time

Position Overview

Safe Life Home Health is seeking dedicated CNAs to join our team and make a meaningful impact in our community. As a CNA at Safe Life HHC, you'll play a crucial role in providing compassionate care to our home health patients. Your responsibilities will include assisting patients with their daily activities, ensuring their comfort, and supporting their overall well-being.

Responsibilities

• Assist with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs): Provide assistance with bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting for home health patients.
• Mobility Support: Help patients with mobility by assisting them with walking, transferring, and using mobility aids.
• Vital Sign Monitoring: Take and record vital signs, including blood pressure, pulse, and temperature.
• Medication Reminders: Assist patients with medication reminders and ensure compliance with medication schedules.
• Nutrition Assistance: Help with meal preparation, feeding, and monitoring dietary restrictions as prescribed.
• Hygiene and Comfort: Maintain patient hygiene and comfort, including changing bed linens and providing oral care.
• Observation and Reporting: Observe and report changes in the patient's condition, behavior, or symptoms to the nursing team.
• Documentation: Accurately document care provided, vital signs, and any changes in the patient's condition in the EMR system (Kinnser by WellSky).
• Communication: Maintain clear and effective communication with the patient, their family, and the healthcare team.
• Safety Measures: Ensure a safe environment for the patient by following infection control and safety protocols.
• Transportation: Provide transportation to medical appointments or assist with mobility as needed.
• Emotional Support: Offer emotional support and companionship to patients, promoting their overall well-being.
• Collaboration: Collaborate with the healthcare team, including nurses and therapists, to provide comprehensive care to patients.
• Patient Education: Educate patients and their families on self-care and safety measures.
• Compassion: Show compassion, kindness, and empathy while providing care to home health patients, who may be dealing with pain or illness

Qualification

• Active CNA certificate
• Valid driver's license and Car insurance
• CPR certification
• Prior experience in home health is a plus.
• Familiarity with EMR Kinnser by WellSky is advantageous.
• Excellent communication skills
• Compassion and kindness are essential qualities.

Advantages

• Continuing education credits
• Flexible schedule
• License reimbursement
• Tuition reimbursement

Pay

• $25.00 - $35.00 per visit

Medical Specialty

• Home Health

Expected Hours

10 – 30 per week

License / Certification

• CNA (Required)