Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Job Description
Kindheart Homecare LLC is a company in Charlotte, NC. We are nimble and challenging.
Our work environment includes:
Safe work environment
Modern office setting
Growth opportunities
On-the-job training
Company perks
Lively atmosphere
CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
At this time, we are seeking multiple Certified Nursing Aides to join our team!
Responsibilities
Provide health care services in patients residences
Perform domestic and household tasks
Assist with clients personal care activities
Monitor patients (vital signs, temperature, respiration, etc) and report on their condition
Maintain patients care records and document provided services
Assist patients with mobility and physical therapies/exercises
Instruct and counsel patients and families on diet and exercise
Collect routine specimens
Provide companionship and basic emotional or psychological support
Accurately perform and record vital signs, height and weight.
Accurately calculate and record weight gain/loss and fluid intake/output.
Maintain a clean and safe resident environment.
Recognize abnormal changes in body functioning and the importance of reporting such changes to a supervisor.
Provide companionship, friendship and emotional support.
Talk, listen, share experiences, play games/cards, read to client etc.
Provide transportation to medical appointment, grocery store, and errands
Teach/perform meal planning and preparation
Perform light housekeeping
Follow written care plan
Carry out duties as assigned by the Supervisor.
Attend orientation and staff meetings
Skills
Proven working experience as home health aide
Ability to monitor vital signs and to collect specimens
Familiarity with basic nutrition and personal hygiene standards
Proficiency in English
Nursing and health care administration skills
Caring and compassionate personality
Current CPR certificate
First Aid training
Valid driver’s license
Valid Car Insurance
Qualifications
High school diploma or general education degree (GED), or three-six months related experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred.