Caregiver / CNA

Do you want to make a meaningful impact on the lives of people who need care? We are seeking compassionate and friendly individuals to join our team as a Caregiver/ CNA in Burnsville and surrounding areas such as Savage, Apple Valley, Bloomington, and Lakeville. As a Caregiver/ CNA, you will play a crucial role in providing essential care and support to individuals in need. We are urgently hiring caregivers for afternoon/evening shifts on weekdays and morning and afternoon/evening shifts on weekends. We are also in need of caregivers who are willing to accept short shifts (E.g., 4-5 hrs.) for daytime and/or evening shifts.

Comfort Keepers is a well-known, top brand home health agency servicing the Metro Area that provides consistency, a great atmosphere with flexibility for our caregivers/ CNAs! Here at Comfort Keepers self-care is important!

Essential Duties:

• Assist male and female clients with activities of daily living (ADLs) such as bathing/showering/sponge baths, dressing, grooming, and toileting assistance/ incontinence
• Administer medications and monitor vital signs as directed by healthcare professionals
• Assist with mobility and transfers, including Hoyer Lift and EasyStand
• Provide companionship and emotional support to clients
• Assist with meal preparation and feeding
• Perform light housekeeping tasks, including laundry and tidying up living spaces
• Drive clients to appointments or social outings
• Implement behavior management techniques as needed
• Utilize your smart phone to send texts and emails and to download and use apps to view care plans and record tasks and to send texts and emails

Benefits:

• Advance Pay!
• 18.00-$21.00/ hour
• Weekend Pay Differential
• PTO (Full-time & Part-time)
• 401 K
• Flexible Schedule
• Mileage Reimbursement when driving a client
• Aflac (Full-time & Part-time)
• 24/7 Support from the Company and Office Team

Qualifications:

• At least 18 years old
• Medication administration experience
• At least 2 years' experience as a Caregiver/ CNA for adults in in-home care, long-term care, assisted living, dementia care, nursing homes and/or hospice performing the full-range of personal caregiving skills including bathing/showering/sponge baths, gait belt and Hoyer Lift transfers, toileting assistance, dressing/grooming, bedbound care, and dementia care
• Valid Driver’s License and active Auto Insurance
• Able to pass a background check
• Willing to drive personal vehicle for client transportation
• Willing to do personal cares for males and females
• Capable of lifting up to 25 pounds
• Ability to read, comprehend and clearly speak English
• Possess and use a smartphone, which includes sending texts and emails, downloading and using Apps, and completing online training
• Able to function in a home setting with minimal direct supervision
• High moral standards of honesty and integrity
• Ability to pass background checks, motor vehicle record check, reference checks, and TB screening
• Engage clients in activities of interest
• Follow care plans and accurately document tasks
• If nearby shifts aren't available, be willing to drive up to 25 miles to a shift

Preferred Qualifications:

• Caregiving experience with Hospice clients
• Knowledge of HIPAA regulations and familiarity with client rights and home care practices

Join our team and make a difference in people's lives!

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer . All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, familial status, disability, public assistance status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law, including the Minnesota Human Rights Act.

We are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible workplace. If you need any accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact us.