Home Health CNA

Why Work for Adara? Adara Home Health offers fulfilling Home Care careers to professionals looking for flexibility and the ability to manage their own schedule. Join our team and work for an employer who values each employee as an individual and respects everyone’s need for work-life balance. The Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) works under the direction and supervision of the Registered Nurse or therapist. Performs services for the client as necessary to maintain the personal comfort of the client. The Certified Nursing Assistant reports directly to a Staffing Manager and receives clinical oversight by the Clinical Supervisor. SCHEDULE This is a part time position that offers a flexible schedule during office hours Monday - Friday. This position will require you to travel to client's homes to provide 1:1 client care that may take 1-3 hours per client. COVERAGE AREA This position reports to the Hutchinson, MN office and provides services in Watertown and surrounding cities. BENEFITS Paid Travel and Mileage Reimbursement Paid Time Off Recognition Program Employee Referral Program Mobile provider discounts BENEFITS BASED ON FULL TIME ELIGIBILITY Medical, Vision, Life, and Pet insurance 401k 100% vested Tuition Reimbursement Paid Holidays MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES Assists with personal cares such as bathing, dressing, grooming, feeding, toileting, routine catheter and colostomy care, ambulation, transfers or positioning. Performs simple dressing changes that do not require the skills of a licensed nurse. Assists with physician-ordered medications which are ordinarily self-administered under the direction and supervision of the Registered Nurse. Typically, this involves reminding the client of the specific times to take their medication. Performs simple procedures as an extension of therapy services under the direction and supervision of the therapist. Range of motion exercises Home exercise program Reports changes in the client's condition and needs to the Registered Nurse. Performs household services essential to health care at home, including, but not limited to: Meal preparation/feeding Laundry Light housekeeping Completes the appropriate records to document care given and pertinent observations. Communicates effectively with all members of the interdisciplinary team. Maintains a safe client environment and identifies and reports of any suspected vulnerable client abuse, neglect, or financial exploitation. Maintains client confidentiality; treats clients and families with respect. Understands, accepts and responds to the emotional needs of each client. Participates in in-service programs to meet compliance requirements. Accepts and fulfills assignments and exercises judgement in accepting assignments. Understands and follows infection control policies including proper handwashing technique. May assist with precepting other CNA’s. Performs other related duties and responsibilities as assigned by RN. PHYSICAL/ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS Heavy to Very Heavy physical demands -- involves lifting client, bending, stooping and stretching. Must be adaptable to a variety of environments and settings in the community. Must assess physical and emotional needs and be able to respond appropriately. Must have car or bus capability. Exerting in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or in excess of 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or in excess of 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for heavy work. QUALIFICATIONS Currently or have previously been on the Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Registry or successfully completed a formal certification training program and passed a written test and competency evaluation. The certificate must not have been revoked, suspended, and without limitations or restrictions. Be at least eighteen (18) years of age, or if 16-17 years of age, has participated in a related school based job training program or completed a certified HHA Competency Eva…