Personal Care Aide - Fort Wayne

Interim HealthCare; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Flexible scheduling

Tuition discounts and CEUs

Job summary

Interim HealthCare is seeking Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) / Caregivers in Fort Wayne, IN to provide in-home care for seniors. Earn competitive pay and enjoy set your own schedule with work-life balance, while building skills through online training and CEUs.

A CNA license and HHA certification are preferred, with CPR and a valid IN driver’s license. Join a nationwide network of caregivers making a meaningful difference at home.

Qualifications

• HHA certificate showing 75 hr core competencies.
• CNA License held and active.
• Six months of experience in healthcare preferred.
• CPR certification.
• Valid Indiana driver’s license with transportation.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and support to seniors at home.
• Assist with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, grooming, meals.
• Help with ambulation, transfers and range of motion exercises.
• Provide medication reminders and notify a supervisor of any concerns.
• Ensure a safe home environment and document observations.

Skills

Communication skills

Physical strength

Education

HHA certificate 75 hr core competencies

CNA License

CPR certification

Six months healthcare experience

Job description

Personal Care Aide | CaregiverFort Wayne, INIf caring for others comes natural to you, this is an ideal career opportunity! As a CNA, you’ll earn competitive pay helping seniors live safely and happily at home. From bathing and dressing to meals and companionship, you’ll be a source of strength and support to those in need.Interim HealthCare is the nation’s first home care company and an employer of choice to CNAs across the U.S. If you have a compassionate heart and a desire to make a career out of caring for others, you are made for this!Our Certified Nursing Assistants/or HHAs enjoy some excellent benefits:$19-$221:1 Aide-to-client ratiosSet your own schedule and enjoy work-life balanceBuild your skills with online training and earn CEUsPursue your education with tuition discounts through Rasmussen UniversityAs a Certified Nursing Assistant/Caregiver, here’s a big-picture view of what you’ll do:Provide the personal care and support seniors need to live safely at homeAssist with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, grooming, light housekeeping, meal preparation, shopping, transportation and companionshipHelp with ambulation, transferring and range of motion exercisesProvide medication reminders, document their condition and notify a supervisor of any concernsEnsure a safe home environment with unobstructed pathwaysParticipate in activities that bring clients joy such as puzzles, games, reading and hobbiesA few must-haves for Certified Nursing Assistants/Caregivers:HHA certificate showing 75 hr core competenciesCNA LicenseSix (6) months of experience in a healthcare role, preferredCPR certificationValid IN driver’s license, auto insurance and transportationCompassionate and helping nature, good communicator and ability to lift up to 50 lbs.Why Work for Interim HealthCare?Founded in 1966, Interim HealthCare is the nation’s first home care company and a leading employer of Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs)/Caregivers. Operating through 300+ offices, our commitment to you is expressed through a family-oriented culture that values and appreciates CNAs, and a passion to put patients first. Join a nationwide network of caregivers who are making a significant difference in the lives of others through the personalized, home-based care they provide.Interim HealthCare provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, gender, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability or veteran status.