Private Duty CNA/HHA

Infinity Hospice Care LLC; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Infinity Hospice Care LLC is seeking a caring Home Health Aide to support patients in their homes. You will assist with ADLs, monitor health, and collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team. Strong English communication and reliable transportation are required.

Join a compassionate team focused on dignity and comfort, with ongoing training and opportunities for professional growth in home health care services across the San Antonio area.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• HHA certificate from accredited program.
• Minimum 1 year experience as HHA/CNA.
• Strong English (written and spoken).
• Active CPR certification.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and record patient condition; support care plan.
• Provide personal care such as bathing, dressing, grooming.
• Assist with ADLs and household tasks.
• Communicate with care team and families.
• Maintain safety and infection control.
• Document in EMR and notify changes.
• On-call responsibilities as needed.

Skills

Communication

Relationship Building

Verbal Communication

Influencing Behavior

Autonomy

Professionalism

Ethical Standards

Hygiene

Patient Safety

Education

High School Diploma or GED

HHA Certificate

CPR Certification

Job description

Description

Role Summary

Our Home Health Aides serve a pivotal role in our efforts to provide compassionate, top-notch care to our patients in the comfort of their own homes. By personifying our Mission and Values, our Home Health Aides act as a bridge to independent living for our clients who may also require assistance with activities of daily living (ADLs). From monitoring a client’s vital signs and physical or mental condition, to assisting with grooming hygiene, and chores around the house our HHAs allow clients to maintain the familiarity - and dignity - of living at home. We are proud of the difference we make in the lives of our patients during their healthcare journeys and we invite like-minded individuals to explore this dynamic career opportunity.

Responsibilities

Supports a patient’s Plan of Care (POC) by monitoring and recording patient condition, providing support and personal services, and teaching families

• Monitors and assesses patient condition by observing physical and mental condition, intake and output, and exercise. Perform patient assessments and collaborate with the multi-disciplinary care team to develop and implement a plan of care
• Contribute to the continuity of care through the effective communication and partnership with the designated Care Team
• Supports patients by providing housekeeping or laundry services, shopping or other household tasks, and preparing and serving meals and snacks
• Provides personal services as needed by the client such as bathing, dressing, and grooming
• Helps family members care for their loved one by teaching appropriate ways to lift, turn, and re-position the patient
• Interface with family members to field concerns, questions, and educate them on the patient’s treatment and aftercare needs
• Records patient information via our EMR system and notifies branch leadership of any changes or unusual conditions
• Enhances service reputation by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests and exploring opportunities to add value to our accomplishments
• Performs on-call responsibilities and on-call services to patients/families if assigned
• Maintains a safe, secure, and healthy environment by following asepsis and universal precaution controls in performing client care
• Protects the agency by adhering to professional standards, home care policies and procedures, and federal, state, and local requirements
• Maintain mandatory continuing education requirements (CEUs) of the Agency/licensing board

Requirements

Required Competencies

Communication & Relationship Building

• Relationship management
• Effective communication both verbal and written
• Influencing behaviors

Knowledge of Healthcare Environment

• Excellent procedure skills and clean/sterile technique
• Exemplary assessment skills
• Regulatory knowledge
• Physical stamina
• Evidence based practice
• Patient safety and quality

Professionalism

• High Emotional Intelligence
• Collaborative and communicative
• Autonomy and ability to self-start
• Utmost ethical standards
• Superior hygiene and presentation of self

Education & Experience Requirements

• High School graduate or equivalent
• Home Health Aide Certificate or other similar certification in good standing from an accredited training course that meets the standards established by Health and Human Services
• Minimum of one year (1+) of experience as a home health aide or certified nursing assistant (CNA)
• Strong English language both written and verbal
• Active CPR certification required
• Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation and insurance required

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