Home Health Aide | Chicago, IL

Safe Life Home Health Care; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 280 - 390; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Continuing education credits

Flexible schedule

License reimbursement

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Safe Life Home Health Care in Chicago, IL is seeking dedicated CNAs to join our team and provide compassionate in-home care. You will assist patients with daily activities, monitor vital signs, remind medications, and support their overall well-being.

This role emphasizes empathy, clear communication, and collaboration with nurses and therapists. A valid CNA certificate and CPR are required, and prior home health experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• Active CNA certificate.
• CPR certification.
• Valid driver\'s license and car insurance.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Assist with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) for home health patients.
• Mobility support: assist with walking, transfers, and mobility aids.
• Vital sign monitoring and recording.
• Medication reminders and adherence support.
• Nutrition assistance with meal prep and monitoring dietary restrictions.
• Hygiene and comfort, including changing bed linens and oral care.
• Observation and reporting of changes to nursing team.
• Accurate documentation in EMR (Kinnser by WellSky).
• Effective communication with patient, family, and healthcare team.
• Maintain a safe environment following infection control protocols.
• Provide transportation to medical appointments and assist with mobility.
• Offer emotional support and companionship.
• Collaborate with nurses and therapists to provide comprehensive care.
• Educate patients and families on self-care and safety.
• Show compassion and empathy in care delivery.

Skills

Communication

Compassion

Tools

Kinnser EMR

Job description

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.

Job Title

Home Health Aide / CNA

Location

Chicago, IL

Type

Full-time/Part-time

About Us

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

Benefits

Pay

• $25.00 - $35.00 per visit

Schedule

Medical Speciality

• Home Health

Expected Hours

10 - 30 per week

Experience

License / Certification

• CNA (Required)

Shift Availability