Staff Position

CNA - Home Health
First Choice Home Health
Boise, ID
5x8 hrs, Days

$20-22/hour

Overview

  • Start DateASAP
  • Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
  • ShiftDays
  • Setting
    Home Health

Qualifications

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Description

CERTIFIED NURSE ASSISTANT
Job Details
Job Type

Full-time, Part-time

Boise, ID
Description
First Choice Home Health & Hospice / Jet Health Inc. is looking for compassionate and dedicated CNA's (Certified Nursing Assistants) to provide ADL visit services for our community-based patients who are currently enrolled in our home health or hospice services in the Boise, ID and surrounding areas.

About Us:

First Choice Home Health & Hospice / Jet Health, Inc. is a Medicare-certified home health & hospice care organization and one of the fastest growing home care companies. We are passionate about our employees and patients, providing exceptional care and fostering a supportive work environment.

Requirements
Job Description:

The Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) will provide personal care and support services for patients under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. This role is essential in meeting the personal needs of patients, promoting comfort, and ensuring safety. The CNA is responsible for observing and reporting patient conditions and documenting care provided.

Key Responsibilities:

Perform personal care tasks, including baths, back rubs, oral hygiene, shampoos, and changing bed linen.
Assist patients with dressing, undressing, and feeding as assigned.
Take and record vital signs (temperature, pulse, respiration, blood pressure) as ordered.
Provide skin care to prevent breakdown over bony prominence.
Report significant changes in patient conditions to the Registered Nurse Case Manager.
Assist in patient ambulation and exercise as instructed.
Offer and assist with bedpans and urinals.
Perform light laundry tasks and maintain tidy patient living spaces.
Conduct range of motion exercises and other simple procedures as instructed.
Provide respite care for families and caregivers when appropriate.
Adhere to documentation and care procedures, maintaining professional conduct.
Participate in quality assessment performance improvement activities.
Respect patient and family environments and needs.
Participate in on-call duties as assigned.
Position Qualifications:

Successful completion of state-established training and competency evaluation programs.
At least one year of experience as a Certified Nursing Assistant.
One year of home health or hospice experience preferred.
Must be at least 18 years old.
Ability to read and follow written instructions and document care.
Self-directed with the ability to work independently.
Empathy for the needs of the ill, injured, frail, and impaired.
Current CPR certification.
Licensed driver with insured and reliable automobile.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Excellent organizational skills.
Demonstrates tact, patience, and good personal hygiene.
Working Conditions:

Community home environment.
Frequent travel in and out of an automobile.
Job Limitations:

The CNA will not perform tasks that are considered the practice of nursing as per the Nurse Practice Act.

Benefits:

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
Short and Long Term Disability Insurance
Accident, Critical Illness, and Cancer Insurance
401k Plan
Company-paid Life Insurance
Mileage Reimbursement
Cell Phone Stipend
Competitive Compensation
Jet Health Job ID #BOIHH06.

Employer

Jet Health

About
Jet Health provides services to allow people to receive care in their home – where they are most comfortable and familiar. From skilled home health to personal care to hospice, all of the necessary services are available across its companies. Founded in April 2016, Jet Health is building a platform through organic growth, strategic acquisitions, and de novo buildouts in target markets. Working at Jet Health is more than just a job, it’s a higher calling! Each of our team members has a special part to play in our mission of providing exceptional, compassionate healthcare in the home to thousands of patients and families every day. Join Jet Health today! It’s good to be home! 
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