PRN Certified Nursing Assistant/Home Health Aide

BrightStar Care; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A home healthcare provider is seeking a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)/Home Health Aide (HHA) in Birmingham, Alabama. This role involves supporting patients with their daily tasks, such as medication reminders, transportation to appointments, and personal hygiene. Applicants should possess a High School Diploma, a preference for CNA certification, and at least one year of experience in the field. Reliable transportation and CPR certification are also required. This is a physically demanding role requiring lifting up to 50 pounds.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year experience in the field is required.
• CNA Certification is preferred.
• Must have a negative TB Skin Test/X-Ray.

Responsibilities

• Provide medication reminders and appointment transportation.
• Assist with bathing, meal preparation, and light housekeeping.
• Support with transfers and ADL assistance.

Skills

CNA Certification

CPR Certification

Reliable Transportation

Smart Phone with Data Plan

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

A Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)/Home Health Aide (HHA) is an essential caregiver who supports patients in daily tasks, working closely with nurses and healthcare professionals. CNA/HHA's provide quality care and assistance to patients in the home, hospitals, and other medical facilities.

Job Responsibilities

Responsibilities are developed on a case-by-case basis and may include but is not limited to the following:

1. Medication Reminders
2. Appointment Transportation
3. Bathing/Hygienics
4. Meal Preparation
5. Light Housekeeping
6. Transfers/ADL Assistance
7. Digital Charting Documentation

Job Requirements

ALL application submissions are reviewed.

1. High School Diploma/GED
2. CNA Certification (preferred)
3. Minimum of 1 year experience in field (required)
4. CPR Certification (Non-Expired)
5. Negative TB Skin Test/X-Ray
6. License & Insured Driver
7. Reliable Transportation
8. Smart Phone with Data Plan

Job Limitations

According to the Regulated Health Professions Act, the home health aide will not function in any manner viewed as the practice of nursing. Specifically, the home health aide will not administer medications, take physician’s orders, or performany procedures requiring the training, knowledge, and skill of a Registered Nurse.

Working Conditions

Individual contact with a client in their living environment. May be required to respond in an emergency situation. Travel required. The position includes tasks that have the potentialfor exposure to blood and other potentially infectious material (OPIM) such as bodyfluids/tissues.

Physical Requirements

Must be able to stand walk, squat, bend, kneel, reach, twist, push, and pull. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.

BrightStar Care delivers just the right level of care for your loved one's personal and medical needs — from bathing and dressing to Alzheimer's care to high-tech nursing.