Home Health Aide

Stratford VNA; Stratford (CT); On-site; USD 27,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Supportive team environment

Meaningful one-on-one patient care

Opportunity to make a difference in a

Job summary

Stratford Visiting Nurse Association (VNA) in Connecticut is hiring Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) for our home healthcare team. CNAs travel to patients' homes to provide personal care and support, helping individuals maintain independence and quality of life.

Pay starts at $21.50 per hour for CNAs and $19.50 for non-certified home health aides, with a supportive team and meaningful one-on-one patient care.

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
• Ability to travel to patients' homes.
• Compassionate, patient-centered approach to care.
• Reliable, responsible, and professional work ethic.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Travel to patients' homes in Fairfield and New Haven Counties.
• Provide compassionate personal care and assistance.
• Assist with bathing, grooming, dressing, and personal hygiene.
• Assist with toileting and incontinence care.
• Support safe mobility, ambulation, and transfers.
• Assist patients with prescribed exercises and activities.
• Maintain accurate documentation and follow agency policies and procedures.

Skills

CNA

Driver's license

Compassionate care

Job description

Stratford Visiting Nurse Association (VNA)

Serving Fairfield & New Haven Counties Since 1919

Do you have a passion for helping others maintain their independence and quality of life at home? Stratford Visiting Nurse Association (VNA) is seeking compassionate, dependable, and dedicated Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) to join our outstanding Home Healthcare team.

As a CNA with Stratford VNA, you will have the opportunity to build meaningful relationships with patients while providing essential personal care and support that allows them to recover and thrive in the comfort of their own homes.

• Pay: starts at $21.50 per hour for CNAs, based on experience
• Pay: starts at $19.50 per hour for non certified home health aides
• Supportive team environment
• Meaningful one-on-one patient care
• Opportunity to make a difference in your local community

About Stratford VNA

Established in 1919, Stratford Visiting Nurse Association is a local, nonprofit home healthcare agency proudly serving patients and families throughout Fairfield and New Haven Counties. For more than a century, we have been committed to delivering exceptional home healthcare services with compassion, dignity, and respect.

As a Top Workplace for six consecutive years and an 11-time HomeCare Elite agency, Stratford VNA provides a supportive environment where staff are valued, empowered, and equipped for success while making a meaningful difference in the lives of patients and families throughout our community.

Position Summary

The Certified Nursing Assistant travels to patients' homes and provides personal care, assistance, and support under the direction of the clinical team. This role is ideal for caring professionals who enjoy one-on-one patient interaction and making a direct impact every day.

Key Responsibilities

• Travel to patients' homes throughout Fairfield and New Haven Counties
• Provide compassionate personal care and assistance
• Assist with bathing, grooming, dressing, and personal hygiene
• Assist with toileting and incontinence care
• Support safe mobility, ambulation, and transfers
• Assist patients with prescribed exercises and activities
• Perform light housekeeping related to patient care and safety
• Provide companionship and emotional support
• Observe and report changes in patient condition to the supervising nurse
• Maintain accurate documentation and follow agency policies and procedures

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation
• Ability to travel to patients' homes
• Compassionate, patient-centered approach to care
• Reliable, responsible, and professional work ethic
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Home care experience preferred, but not required

Why Join Stratford VNA?

Work for a respected nonprofit agency with over 100 years of service

Competitive pay based on experience

One-on-one patient care in a home setting

Supportive leadership and collaborative team environment

Recognized as a Top Workplace and HomeCare Elite organization

Make a meaningful difference in the lives of patients and families every day

Stratford Visiting Nurse Association (VNA)
Compassionate Care. Trusted Service. Community Commitment Since 1919.

Stratford VNA is an Equal Opportunity / Affimative Action Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, race, color, veteran status, religion, sex, or national origin.

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