Home Health CNA: Compassionate Patient Care

Deercreekseniorliving; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

In-service training

Equal opportunity employer

Job summary

Namaste Home Health + Hospice in the Denver area is seeking a Certified Home Assistant (CNA) to join the home care team. The CNA works under supervision to provide personal care, observe and report patient status, and participate in interdisciplinary care planning.

Eligible candidates must hold Colorado CNA licensure, CPR certification, and be comfortable working in a home health setting. Equal opportunity employer offering ongoing training and a supportive team.

Qualifications

• Must hold active state of Colorado CNA licensure/certification.
• At least 18 years of age.
• Ability to read and follow written instructions and document care given.
• Self-directing with the ability to work with little direct supervision.
• Empathy for the needs of the ill, injured, frail and the impaired.
• Possess and maintains current CPR certification.
• Demonstrates tact, patience and good personal hygiene.
• Licensed driver with automobile that is insured in accordance with Organization requirements and is in good working order.

Responsibilities

• Providing personal care including baths, back rubs, oral hygiene, shampoos and changing bed linen as often as assigned.
• Assisting patients with dressing and undressing.
• Nail & Skin care to prevent breakdown.
• Assisting the patient with toileting activities.
• Planning and preparing nutritious meals.
• Assisting in feeding the patient, if necessary.
• Taking and recording vital signs when ordered and with demonstrated competency.
• Assisting in ambulation and exercise according to the plan of care.
• Performing range of motion and other simple procedures as ordered.
• Assisting patients in the self-administration of medication.
• Providing respite for patient’s/family/caregiver when on-site.
• Attending 12 hours of in-service training annually.
• Attend scheduled Case Conference meetings as part of the IDG.

Skills

Colorado CNA licensure

CPR certification

read & follow instructions

self-directed

empathy

driver license

Job description

Namaste Home Health + Hospice in the Denver area is seeking a Certified Home Assistant (CNA) to join the home care team. The CNA works under supervision to provide personal care, observe and report patient status, and participate in interdisciplinary care planning.

Eligible candidates must hold Colorado CNA licensure, CPR certification, and be comfortable working in a home health setting. Equal opportunity employer offering ongoing training and a supportive team.