Nursing Student CNA

Horizon Home Care & Hospice; Milwaukee (WI); Hybrid; USD 11,020 - 49,593; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay plus mileage reimbursement

Comprehensive benefit package including health, dental, and vision insurance

Mental health support benefits

Retirement savings plan with employer match

Extensive orientation program

Career development and tuition reimbursement

Paid time off and wellness program

Job summary

A leading home care provider in Milwaukee is seeking a Certified Nursing Assistant to provide in-home care for patients. This role involves assisting with daily living activities and maintaining a healthy environment, under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. Candidates must have Wisconsin CNA certification and a valid driver’s license. The position offers flexible scheduling, competitive pay plus mileage reimbursement, and a comprehensive benefits package including health and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• Certification that allows work in federally certified home health agencies and hospices.
• Valid Wisconsin driver’s license and insured vehicle required.

Responsibilities

• Support patient care by reviewing and notifying the Case Manager of concerns.
• Assist with daily living and personal care activities under supervision.
• Complete mobile care tasks and timely mileage logs.
• Work cooperatively with patients and communicate relevant information.
• Perform home maintenance as per care plan.

Skills

Wisconsin Certified Nursing Assistant certification

Prior experience working with the public

Strong communication skills

Job description

To some people, home is a place. To others, it's a feeling. To us, it's whatever our patients need it to be, wherever they are. Horizon is a home care and hospice provider built on a foundation of care that celebrates the human spirit and the desire for security, comfort and compassion. We make a loving difference in the lives of our patients and families in offering our wide breadth of services. Our expertise is second to none, allowing us to give our patients the best care available.

Position Overview

As part of our interdisciplinary team, our Certified Nursing Assistants (Home Health Aides) provide patients with care in the comfort of their own homes and similar settings. We serve patients throughout Milwaukee, Waukesha, Ozaukee, and Washington Counties (mileage reimbursed between visits).

As a Home Health Aide in Hospice, Home Care or Supportive Home Care you will provide direct assistance with activities of personal care, maintenance of patient health, agency facilitation of treatment for patients, and contribution to a healthy environment for patients. These activities are provided under the direction and supervision of a Registered Nurse or Therapist, in accordance with the physicians' orders.

Responsibilities

• Support patient care by reviewing the care plan in the home prior to providing care; notify the Case Manager with issues or concerns regarding the care plan and when care requires revision.
• Provide assistance with daily living under the supervision of the Case Manager (e.g., bathing, dressing, transfers, range‑of‑motion, toileting, etc.).
• Explain to the patient the care being provided and involve the patient in care.
• Consistently complete mobile care upon arrival and departure from the patient’s home per agency policy; mobile care includes tasks completed in accordance with the care plan. Complete mileage logs timely and accurately.
• Work cooperatively with patients, care providers, family members, and appropriate agency staff by listening and responding to patient needs, engaging in appropriate communication, and reporting pertinent patient information to the Case Manager in a timely manner.
• Regularly complete home maintenance per plan of care (e.g., house cleaning, washing dishes, laundry, meal preparation, and transportation, etc.).

Benefits

• Competitive pay plus mileage reimbursement
• Comprehensive benefit package that includes health, dental, and vision insurance
• Mental health support benefits
• Retirement savings plan, including an employer match
• Extensive orientation program to help you succeed in your new role
• Career development & advancement, tuition reimbursement
• Paid time off, wellness program, and more!

Qualifications

• Wisconsin Certified Nursing Assistant certification that allows you to work in federally certified home health agencies and hospices.
• Prior experience working with the public is required.
• Current/valid Wisconsin driver’s license; reliable and insured vehicle.

Compensation & Schedule

• Flexible scheduling, part time (8 hours per week – 36 hours per week) or pool (as needed).
• Hourly, non‑exempt.
• Administrative staff.

Contact

To learn more about our current opportunities, visit our Careers Page: https://jobs.horizonhch.com/ or contact our Nurse Recruiter, Alicia Nelson. Phone: 262‑307‑2557; Email: [e-mail].

With Horizon, you’re home.