Certified Nurse Assistant

About the role

As an Ambercare Certified Nurse Aide, you’ll play a vital role in supporting seniors and people with disabilities living independently. This rewarding, entry-level position provides consistent, flexible hours to accommodate your personal needs while offering a great career with a growing, innovative industry leader. If you have a genuine passion for helping others and seek a meaningful, fulfilling career with a dynamic, values‑driven organization that recognizes and supports your contribution, we invite you to join our team. Despite challenging economic conditions caused by COVID‑19, Ambercare is still hiring in New Mexico. With over 20 years of experience, Ambercare provides Home Health Care and Personal Care Services for individuals and their families in the comfort of their own homes.

Responsibilities

• Remind clients to take medication at the appropriate time.
• Assist the client with therapy exercises under the direction of a Registered Therapist.
• Assist or perform personal care including hair care, oral hygiene, bathing, grooming, and dressing.
• Assist with routine bodily functions.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and healthy environment through light housekeeping including changing bed linens, dusting and vacuuming, cleaning the kitchen and bathroom, and providing and emptying bed pans and laundry.
• Provide companionship and stimulation for the client including reading, walks, etc.; and accompanying the client to doctors or other appointments.
• Observe and report changes in the client's condition to the Agency Director or Service Coordinator.
• Turn or reposition patients who are bedridden.
• Examine the patient for bruises, blood in the urine, or other injuries/wounds.

Qualifications

• Completion of Certified Nursing Assistant training
• Satisfactory background check and valid driver's license
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Desire to compassionately care for others
• Reliable, energetic, self-motivated and well-organized

Pay

Pay rates start at $18 per hour, with bonus pay and daily pay available for select positions.

Benefits

Part‑time Home Care Aides may qualify for healthcare benefits. Ambercare provides Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) including gloves, face masks, hand sanitizer, and anti‑bacterial soap. Comprehensive safety policies based on CDC guidelines are in place to promote workplace safety, and virtual job interviews are offered as a safety measure against COVID‑19.