Home Health Aide (CNA) – Per Diem

Job Overview

Hanford Home Health is seeking a Per Diem Home Health Aide (CNA) to provide assistive care to EEOICPA benefits recipients and other medically complex patients. As a Per Diem Home Health Aide (CNA), you will work on an as-needed basis, with no guaranteed hours or fixed schedule.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide assistive, non-skilled care per the Plan of Care and Home Health Aide scope of practice.
• Absorb and assist with ADLs and IADLs.
• Measure and document vital signs, intake, and hydration.
• Observe and report changes in patient condition to the supervising nurse.
• Support safe mobility and delegated exercises.
• Perform light housekeeping and meal assistance as outlined in the Plan of Care.
• Provide compassionate companionship and emotional support.
• Complete accurate, timely documentation in the agency-approved electronic health record system.
• Follow infection control, safety, emergency preparedness, confidentiality, and HIPAA requirements.

Required Qualifications

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, lift, and assist with transfers as required by patient needs and the individualized Plan of Care.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs using proper body mechanics.
• Washington State CNA certification.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Current CPR/BLS certification.
• Washington State Food Worker's Card (or ability to obtain upon hire).
• Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and auto insurance.
• Ability to pass background check and drug screening.
• Strong communication, documentation, and basic computer skills.
• Ability to use agency-issued or personal mobile devices for scheduling, communication, and electronic documentation.
• Ability to work safely and professionally in private home environments, which may include pets, exposure to tobacco smoke, limited space, and other residential conditions.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in-home health, hospice, or geriatric care.
• Prior experience with electronic documentation systems.

Pay & Benefits

• Pay Rate: $24.00 per hour.
• Actual wage may vary based on assignment and applicable shift differentials.
• This position is non-exempt (hourly).
• Overtime is paid in accordance with Washington State and federal law. Overtime pay and applicable shift differentials are paid in addition to the base hourly rate.
• Shift differential pay per agency policy.
• Mandatory Washington meal and rest periods are paid and based on Washington State required break and meal periods.
• Travel within the Tri Cities and surrounding areas; mileage reimbursed at $0.725 per mile.
• Washington Paid Sick Leave provided in accordance with state law.
• Supportive nursing supervision and leadership team.

Conditions of Employment

• Employment contingent upon meeting agency health, immunization, and regulatory requirements.
• Completion of required employment eligibility verification.
• Execution of an Employment Contract and acknowledgment of receipt of the Employee Handbook are required as a condition of employment.
• Washington State Patrol background check and disclosure required at hire and every two (2) years and as needed.
• Driver's Record Request required annually and as needed.
• Employment is at will.
• Equal Opportunity Employer.