Home Health Aide/CNA - Part Time

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionPosition Summary: Home Health Aide / CNA

A Home Health Aide is a non-licensed member of the home care team who assists clients with daily living tasks as outlined in a care plan developed by the RN or Supervisor of Clinical Services. HHAs are supervised by the Supervisor of Clinical Services and receive scheduling from the office.

Qualifications:

At least 18 years old

Minimum one year of verifiable personal care experience (3 references required)

Completion of HHA training or CNA certification, plus a competency evaluation

Physically able to perform duties (lifting, transfers, ambulation)

Must read, write, and speak English fluently

Reliable transportation to and from assignments

Essential Functions:

Assigned to clients by an RN, with care instructions prepared and updated as needed

May perform duties within the scope of training and state law, including:

Personal grooming and hygiene (bathing, shaving, oral care, dressing)

Assisting with mobility, transfers, and exercises

Nutrition support, including feeding and hydration

Toileting and elimination assistance

Light housekeeping necessary for client safety

Medication assistance (self-administered only) including:

Retrieving the medication container

Confirming it is prescribed for the client

Reminding to take medication

Observing client self-administering

Other activities as taught and delegated by an RN per Connecticut law and agency policy

Restrictions:

May not change sterile dressings, administer medications, perform catheterizations, apply heat, or conduct procedures not in the care plan

All HHAs must complete agency orientation and pass documented competency assessments by a qualified RN.