What are the responsibilities and job description for the Home Health Aide and CNA in Chicago Dekalb Lombard IL position at Safe Life Home Care?
Safe Life Home Care -
Job Title
Home Health Aide / CNA
Location Chicago, IL
Type Full-time / Part-time
About us
Position Overview
Safe Life Home Health is seeking dedicated CNAs to join our team and make a meaningful impact in our community. As a CNA at Safe Life HHC, you'll play a crucial role in providing compassionate care to our home health patients. Your responsibilities will include assisting patients with their daily activities, ensuring their comfort, and supporting their overall well-being.
Responsibilities
- Assist with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) : Provide assistance with bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting for home health patients.
- Mobility Support : Help patients with mobility by assisting them with walking, transferring, and using mobility aids.
- Vital Sign Monitoring : Take and record vital signs, including blood pressure, pulse, and temperature.
- Medication Reminders : Assist patients with medication reminders and ensure compliance with medication schedules.
- Nutrition Assistance : Help with meal preparation, feeding, and monitoring dietary restrictions as prescribed.
- Hygiene and Comfort : Maintain patient hygiene and comfort, including changing bed linens and providing oral care.
- Observation and Reporting : Observe and report changes in the patient's condition, behavior, or symptoms to the nursing team.
- Documentation : Accurately document care provided, vital signs, and any changes in the patient's condition in the EMR system (Kinnser by WellSky).
- Communication : Maintain clear and effective communication with the patient, their family, and the healthcare team.
- Safety Measures : Ensure a safe environment for the patient by following infection control and safety protocols.
- Transportation : Provide transportation to medical appointments or assist with mobility as needed.
- Emotional Support : Offer emotional support and companionship to patients, promoting their overall well-being.
- Collaboration : Collaborate with the healthcare team, including nurses and therapists, to provide comprehensive care to patients.
- Patient Education : Educate patients and their families on self-care and safety measures.
- Compassion : Show compassion, kindness, and empathy while providing care to home health patients, who may be dealing with pain or illness
Qualification
Advantages
Benefits
Schedule
Medical Speciality
Expected Hours 10 – 30 per week
Experience
License / Certification
Shift Availability
Salary : $25 - $35
