Touching Angels Healthcare

CNA- Certified Nursing Assistant (Home Health)

Laurel, MD, US$31,200-$37,440Posted today

Part-Time Full-Time CNA Under $50k Maryland

Job Description

Touching Angels Healthcare, a Residential Service Agency licensed by the Maryland Department of Health, is hiring Certified Nursing Assistants to deliver direct personal care to clients in their homes under the clinical supervision of our RN Case Manager and in accordance with each client's plan of care.

You will provide hands-on personal care, monitor and report client condition, and document your care, with all service time recorded through the state ISAS/LTSS system. Full training is provided on agency systems and protocols.

Duties and Responsibilities

Personal Care and ADL Support (40%)

Bathe, dress, groom, and feed clients per prescribed protocols, and provide toileting and continence care with dignity
Prevent skin breakdown through hygiene, positioning, and injury prevention, and report concerns to the RN Case Manager
Safely lift, transfer, and position clients per the plan of care and provide range of motion exercises as directed

Health Monitoring and Observation (20%)

Measure and record vital signs, weights, and intake and output as ordered
Observe and report changes in client condition to the RN Case Manager timely, and report accidents promptly

Client Environment and Safety (15%)

* Maintain a safe, clean home environment; follow standard precautions and OSHA guidelines; and respond to emergencies including CPR

Documentation and Service Time (15%)

Clock in and out through ISAS/LTSS every shift and report any failed clock event the same day
Keep clear, complete, timely care records on the correct forms

Client Relations and Compliance (10%)

Preserve dignity, privacy, and confidentiality; honor client rights; and report suspected abuse or neglect immediately
Perform nursing tasks only under valid RN delegation

Position Requirements

Active Maryland CNA certification in good standing with the Maryland Board of Nursing
Current CPR and First Aid certification
Twelve hours of continuing education annually through assigned training
Minimum age of 18; high school diploma or GED preferred
Health clearance: annual physical, TB screening, and Hepatitis B vaccination or documented history
Successful completion of a criminal background check prior to hire
Reliable transportation to assigned client homes

Preferred: prior home care or private duty experience; experience with transfer equipment; bilingual (Spanish/English).

Requirements

Physical Requirements

Regular lifting averaging 40 pounds, up to 45 times per shift when assisting others; two-person lift where the client weighs over 40 pounds
Walking an average of 8 miles per eight-hour shift with frequent crouching, stooping, bending, and stairs
Ability to respond to life-threatening emergencies, including CPR

Environment

Client homes across the assigned service area with travel between locations. Exposure to varied household environments; standard precautions apply.

Other Duties

This posting describes the general nature and level of work performed and is not an exhaustive list of all duties. The employee will perform other duties as assigned consistent with the scope of the position and the client plan of care. Reasonable accommodations may be made consistent with the essential hands-on nature of the role.

Compensation and Benefits

Hourly wage range: $15.50 to $17.25 per hour, based on experience and qualifications.

Benefits eligibility as provided in the Employee Handbook and Employee Referral Program.

Equal Opportunity

Touching Angels Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, PRN

Pay: $15.00 - $18.00 per hour