Home Health Aide | Kane County, IL

Safe Life Home Health Care; Illinois; On-site; USD 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Continuing education credits

Flexible schedule

License reimbursement

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Safe Life Home Health seeks dedicated CNAs to join our team in Kane County, IL. As a Home Health Aide/CNA, you will assist patients with daily activities, monitor vital signs, and support overall well-being in a home health setting.

You will use EMR tools like Kinnser by WellSky, document care, and collaborate with nurses and therapists to ensure compassionate, person-centered care. A valid CNA certificate and CPR are required.

Qualifications

• Active CNA certificate.
• Valid driver's license and car insurance.
• CPR certification.
• 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): bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting for home health patients.
• Mobility support: assist with walking, transferring, and use of mobility aids.
• Vital sign monitoring: take and record BP, pulse, and temperature.
• Medication reminders and ensuring schedules are followed.
• Nutrition assistance: meal prep, feeding, and dietary monitoring as prescribed.
• Hygiene and comfort: maintain hygiene and comfort, change bed linens, oral care.
• Observation and reporting: note changes in condition to the nursing team.
• Documentation: record care provided and vital signs in the EMR (Kinnser by WellSky).
• Communication: maintain clear communication with patient, family, and healthcare team.
• Safety measures: follow infection control and safety protocols.
• Transportation: provide transport to appointments or assist with mobility.
• Emotional support: offer companionship and emotional support.
• Collaboration: work with nurses and therapists for comprehensive care.
• Patient education: educate patients and families on self-care and safety.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Compassion and kindness

Empathy

Dependability

Education

Active CNA certificate

Tools

Kinnser EMR by WellSky

Job description

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

Kane County, 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.

Qualifications

• 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