Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Job Description
Multiple opportunities are currently available in Bluffton, SC for CNA's/PCA's and CAREGIVERS for in home care providing care for our clients in their homes. Positions include some or all of the following description job functions as listed below for each position (CNA & CAREGIVER): Essential Functions CNA/PCA: Performs personal care activities that assist the patient with activities of daily living which include (but are not limited to): Personal hygiene (assisting to bathroom or in using bedpan, bathing, care of mouth, skin and hair) Ambulation Eating Dressing Shaving Prepares meals and snacks according to instructions. Performs homemaking activities which include (but are not limited to): vacuuming, dusting, sweeping or mopping floors, doing dishes, changing bed linens, doing laundry and cleaning bathrooms Essential Functions CAREGIVER: Prepares meals and snacks according to instructions; may participate in planning meals; sometimes shopping is required. Performs light housekeeping tasks which may include vacuuming, dusting, sweeping, mopping, laundry, making and changing the bed, doing the dishes, cleaning the bathroom, as well as other related tasks. Provides companionship which may include accompanying client on walks, trips to social/recreational activities, assistance with hobbies, etc. May provide some assistance with personal care (e.g., assisting client with personal tasks in the bathroom). May offer medication reminders to clients who have short term memory loss. Job Requirements Qualifications For CNA/PCA: High school graduate or G.E.D certificate preferred. Successful completion of a state-approved Nurse Aide or Personal Care Assistant course. Current CPR certificate is recommended. Ability to read, write, speak and understand English as needed for the job. Possess a valid driver's license and have use of an insured automobile or access to adequate transportation for the job. Qualifications For CAREGIVER: High school graduate or G.E.D certificate preferred. Ability to read, write, speak and understand English as needed for the job. Possess a valid driver's license and have use of an insured automobile or access to adequate transportation for the job. We welcome applications from experienced caregivers/homemakers as well as students in nursing, physical therapy, and occupational therapy programs Job Type: Part-time Experience: Caregiver: 1 year (Preferred) Home Care: 1 year (Preferred) Candidates must pass a criminal background check including an FBI Criminal History Check and Pre-employment drug screen and must supply recent PPD Test Job Type: Part-time Pay: $11.00 - $13.00 per hour