Home Health Aide (CNA), Part time

Adara Home Health; Mankato (MN); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Travel Reimbursement

Paid Time Off

Recognition Program

Employee Referral Program

Mobile provider discounts

401k 100% vested

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Holidays

Job summary

Adara Home Health offers fulfilling home care positions that emphasize flexibility and work-life balance. The Home Health Aide works under RN or therapist supervision, providing essential personal care and light housekeeping to clients in the Mankato area.

Responsibilities include assisting with bathing, dressing, medications under supervision, ROM exercises, and documenting care. Candidates should have CNA certification and be capable of independent, compassionate care delivery.

Qualifications

• Currently or previously registered as CNA or completed CNA training with competency evaluation.
• Be at least 18 years old and have six months of health care facility experience.
• Ability to read, write and follow directions; dependable and able to work with little supervision.

Responsibilities

• Assist with personal care such as bathing, dressing, grooming and feeding.
• Assist with medications under RN supervision and remind clients of dosing times.
• Perform simple procedures under therapist direction (ROM and home exercise program).
• Complete care documentation and communicate with the interdisciplinary team.

Skills

Compassionate care

Strong communication

Reading & writing

Follow directions

Education

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Certification

Job description

Why Work for Adara?

Adara Home Health offers fulfilling Home Care careers to professionals looking for flexibility and the ability to manage their own schedule. Join our team and work for an employer who values each employee as an individual and respects everyone’s need for work-life balance.

The Home Health Aide (HHA) works under the direction and supervision of the Registered Nurse or therapist. Performs services for the client as necessary to maintain the personal comfort of the client. The Home Health Aide reports directly to a Staffing Manager and receives clinical oversight by the Clinical Supervisor.

SCHEDULE & COVERAGE AREA

We have a client located in Mankato, MN that needs services at the required days and times

• Monday - Sunday Evenings 10:30pm -11:30pm.
• Saturday and Sunday Mornings 8:00am -9:00am

BENEFITS

• Paid Travel and Mileage Reimbursement
• Paid Time Off
• Recognition Program
• Employee Referral Program
• Mobile provider discounts

BENEFITS BASED ON FULL TIME ELIGIBILITY

• Medical, Vision, Life, and Pet insurance
• 401k 100% vested
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Holidays

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assists with personal cares such as bathing, dressing, grooming, feeding, toileting, routine catheter and colostomy care, ambulation, transfers or positioning.
• Performs simple dressing changes that do not require the skills of a licensed nurse.
• Assists with physician-ordered medications which are ordinarily self-administered under the direction and supervision of the Registered Nurse. Typically, this involves reminding the client of the specific times to take their medication.
• Performs simple procedures as an extension of therapy services under the direction and supervision of the therapist.
  • Range of motion exercises
  • Home exercise program
• Reports changes in the client's condition and needs to the Registered Nurse.
  • Performs household services essential to health care at home, including, but not limited to:
  • Meal preparation/feeding
  • Laundry
  • Light housekeeping
• Completes the appropriate records to document care given and pertinent observations.
• Communicates effectively with all members of the interdisciplinary team.
• Maintains a safe client environment and identifies and reports of any suspected vulnerable client abuse, neglect, or financial exploitation.
• Maintains client confidentiality; treats clients and families with respect.
• Understands, accepts and responds to the emotional needs of each client.
• Participates in in-service programs to meet compliance requirements.
• Accepts and fulfills assignments and exercises judgement in accepting assignments.
• Understands and follows infection control policies including proper handwashing technique.
• May assist with precepting other CNA’s.
• Performs other related duties and responsibilities as assigned by RN.

PHYSICAL/ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS

Heavy to Very Heavy physical demands -- involves lifting client, bending, stooping and stretching. Must be adaptable to a variety of environments and settings in the community. Must assess physical and emotional needs and be able to respond appropriately. Must have car or bus capability.

Exerting in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or in excess of 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or in excess of 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for heavy work.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Currently or have previously been on the Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Registry or successfully completed a formal certification training program and passed a written test and competency evaluation.
• The certificate must not have been revoked, suspended, and without limitations or restrictions.
• Be at least eighteen (18) years of age, or if 16-17 years of age, has participated in a related school based job training program or completed a certified HHA Competency Evaluation.
• Have at least six months experience in a health care facility.
• Have demonstrated sympathetic attitude toward care of others who are vulnerable.
• Possess the ability to read, write and carry out directions.
• Possess the maturity to deal effectively with the demands of the job.
• Have demonstrated the ability to work with little supervision and make appropriate judgements.
• Have demonstrated dependability, tact and ability to follow orders.
• Proof of negative mantoux or documentation of negative chest x-ray.
• Access to a dependable vehicle or public transportation in order to travel to multiple company business stops a day.
• A valid driver’s license and proof of car insurance when using a personal vehicle for company business.
• Have U.S. Citizenship or evidence of valid Alien Work Permit.
• Disclose any conviction and criminal history records pertaining to any crime related to the provision of health services. A candidate who has been convicted of such crimes will be not be hired.
• Pass initial and ongoing background studies and screenings including but not limited to those of the Minnesota Department of Health and the Federal Office of the Inspector General’s List of Excluded Individuals/Entities.

Adara Home Health, Inc. is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. The base salary range for this position in the U.S. is $16 - $22 per hour. A candidate's salary is determined by various factors including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications, job level, supervisory status, and location.