Lead In-Home CNA for Geriatric Care

PruittHealth Hospitals and Health Care; Burnsville (AL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

PruittHealth Home First Yancey Burnsville is seeking an In-Home Aide III to provide nursing support under supervision, supervise a program aide, and ensure high-quality care for elderly participants with cognitive needs.

Primary duties include monitoring vital signs, assisting with ADLs, and ensuring adherence to care plans. Strong CNA certification and experience in geriatric settings are required; travel is not typically indicated.

Qualifications

• Certified CNA with at least 1 year experience in geriatric care in acute, long term, or home care setting.
• Must be licensed by a physician within 45 days of employment and in good health.
• Freedom from illegal drug use and workplace substance abuse; ineligible if history of abuse.

Responsibilities

• Supervise program aide assisting with nurse care.
• Observe participants and report changes in condition to manager.
• Monitor and record vital signs and weights.
• Provide restorative or rehabilitative nursing services including bowel/bladder management and therapies.
• Assist with ADLs and personal care; manage supplies.
• Apply infection control techniques and ensure skin care.
• Prepare daily diet orders and direct meal service as prescribed.
• Assist in emergency care and monitor dietary/ fluid intake adequacy.
• Coordinate scheduled activities for participants.

Education

Certified CNA

Job description

PruittHealth Home First Yancey Burnsville is seeking an In-Home Aide III to provide nursing support under supervision, supervise a program aide, and ensure high-quality care for elderly participants with cognitive needs.

Primary duties include monitoring vital signs, assisting with ADLs, and ensuring adherence to care plans. Strong CNA certification and experience in geriatric settings are required; travel is not typically indicated.