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Job description
The CNA/HHA will provide routine individualized healthcare based on a care plan set by the LPN to the elderly, convalescents, or persons with disabilities at the patient's home or in a care facility. Monitor or report changes in health status. May also provide personal care such as bathing, dressing, and grooming of patient. We are currently looking to fill part-time and full-time positions.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following:
Provide companionship and socialization
Escort clients to recreational activities and medical appointments
Perform light housekeeping duties, as needed, to maintain a safe environment (i.e. changing bed linens, laundry, dishes, etc.)
Help clients with personal care needs (i.e. Home duties, cooking, light cleaning, medication reminders, etc.)
Assist clients with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs)
Perform light housekeeping duties, as needed, to maintain a safe environment (i.e. changing bed linens, laundry, dishes, etc.)
Teach and encourage self-care skills
Maintain complete and accurate documentation of clients' care
Maintain confidentiality in all matters related to the client's care
Perform other duties as assigned
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES) One year of Caregiving experience (preferred)
Part-Time and Full-Time roles available, HHA (preferred) or CNA (required)
ConnecticutDriver's License, Car Insurance, Car Registration
Strong clinical assessment, organizational, and communication skills
Ability to handle multiple assignments simultaneously
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Excellent customer relationship skills
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to use hands or fingers, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.
Worksite address
bridgeport, CT, 06610, US
Who can apply
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