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CNA POSITIONS

Assisting clients in their homes with managing daily tasks such as basic health needs, personal hygiene, meal prep, light cleaning, bathing, dressing, grooming, medication reminders, companionship and monitoring client's health. Planning and cooking meals .

Duties and Responsibilities:

Assists with personal cares such as bathing, dressing, grooming, feeding, toileting, routine catheter and colostomy care, ambulation, transfers or positioning. Performs simple dressing changes that do not require the skills of a licensed nurse. Assists with physician-ordered medications which are ordinarily self-administered under the direction and supervision of the Registered Nurse. Typically, this involves reminding the client of the specific times to take their medication. Performs simple procedures as an extension of therapy services under the direction and supervision of the therapist. . Range of motion exercises Home exercise program Reports changes in the client's condition and needs to the Registered Nurse. Performs household services essential to health care at home, including, but not limited to: Meal preparation/feeding Laundry . Light housekeeping Completes the appropriate records to document care given and pertinent observations. Communicates effectively with all members of the interdisciplinary team. Maintains client confidentiality; treats clients and families with respect. Understands, accepts and responds to the emotional needs of each client. Participates in in-service programs to meet compliance requirements. Accepts and fulfills assignments and exercises judgement in accepting assignments. Understands and follows infection control policies Performs other related duties and responsibilities as assigned . Requirements 6 Months Experience as CNA or HHA CNA Certification Must be Authorized to work in the UNITED STATES.