Certified Nursing Assistant or HHA in Falmouth
About the role
We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Nursing Assistant (CNA/HHA) to join our healthcare team. The ideal candidate will support patients in a private home care setting as well as at a number of facilities such as: acute, sub-acute, skilled nursing facilities, outpatient facilities, and assisted living facilities. As Nursing Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting patients' daily needs and enhancing their comfort.
Responsibilities
- Assist patients with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and eating.
- Provide emotional support and companionship to patients.
- Help maintain a clean and safe environment for patients.
- Ensure compliance with HIPAA regulations to protect patient confidentiality.
- Monitor and record vital signs, including temperature, pulse, and blood pressure.
- Assist with mobility and transportation of patients within the facility.
- Communicate effectively with nursing staff regarding patient needs and changes in condition.
- Document patient care activities accurately using electronic health record systems like Epic or eClinicalWorks.
Requirements
- Strong knowledge of physiology to understand patient needs effectively.
- Proficiency in using electronic health record systems such as Epic or eClinicalWorks is preferred.
- Familiarity with HIPAA regulations to ensure patient privacy is maintained.
- Experience in home care, nursing homes, ICU, or hospice care settings is a plus.
- Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) is highly desirable.
- Compassionate demeanor with excellent interpersonal skills for effective patient interaction.
- Able to work well in a team-oriented environment while also being self-motivated.
Qualifications
Preferred qualifications include:
- CNA or HHA certification (Required).
Skills
- Strong knowledge of physiology to understand patient needs effectively.
- Proficiency in using electronic health record systems such as Epic or eClinicalWorks is preferred.
- Familiarity with HIPAA regulations to ensure patient privacy is maintained.
- Experience in home care, nursing homes, ICU, or hospice care settings is a plus.
- Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) is highly desirable.
- Compassionate demeanor with excellent interpersonal skills for effective patient interaction.
- Able to work well in a team-oriented environment while also being self-motivated.
Benefits
- 401(k) matching
- Flexible schedule
- Mileage Reimbursement
- Supplemental Pay: Bonus opportunities
Pay
$22.00 - $25.00 per hour
Schedule
In person
Location
Falmouth, MA
Equal Opportunity Employer
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
About Cape Senior Home Health Care
Cape Senior Home Health Care is a registered home care agency based in Massachusetts that offers personalized non-medical home care services to individuals. We are committed to improving the living conditions of senior citizens and persons living with disabilities at affordable prices. We provide a variety of flexible home care solutions, which includes 24-hour on-call staff, home safety evaluation, and routine inspection of homes for quality checks. Our team consists of highly skilled professionals with over 20 years of proven accomplishment in providing all types of home care services. We are fully registered with the Massachusetts department of consumer protection and our professional caregivers are fully bonded and insured by Cape Senior Home Healthcare.