What are the responsibilities and job description for the HHA or CNA position at LHC Group?
Summary
We are hiring for CNA's (certified nursing assistants) or HHA's (certificate) for home care visits, traveling to different homes in the Hartford area.
- 1:1 Patient Care
- Weekly Pay
- Life-Friendly Scheduling
- Starting pay rate: $16.35 per hour
- Paid training includes a 4 hour self defense class
At Patient Care, a part of LHC Group, we embrace a culture of caring, belonging, and trust and enjoy the meaningful connections that come from it: for the whole patient, their families, each other, and the communities we serve—it truly is all about helping people. You can find a home for your career here.
As CNAs, Aides & Caregivers, you can expect:
- opportunities to build trusted relationships as you care & connect with people of all ages
- flexibility for true work-life balance
- career mobility and growth opportunities
If you have a passion for care and want to strengthen your nursing career, this is a great opportunity for you.
Responsibilities
Job Summary
The Personal Care Services Aide is a person who provides support, assistance with personal hygiene and household functions for an individual to be able to remain in their own home.
Specific Job Duties/Responsibilities
- May provide or assist clients with activities of daily living including bathing in bed, tub or shower; care of hair including shampoo, combing and brushing; care of teeth and mouth including denture care; nail care, filing only; skin care including peri care and applying lotion; transfer of patient from bed to chair and to wheelchair. Transfer of patients on and off bedpan, commode and toilet.
- Reports observations of the client's condition to the agency director or accounts manager
- Drives safely, complies with traffic regulations, and wears a seat belt when business travel is required.
- Assists with household tasks directly essential to clients' personal care.
Education and Experience
Experience Desired
- Six months experience in personal care or home community-based services preferred.
License Requirements
- Current driver's license, vehicle insurance and access to a dependable vehicle or public transportation.
- Active CT CNA or HHA Certification. (Must have completed a training program approved by the state of Connecticut of not less than 75 hours.)
Skill / Availability Requirements
- Willingness to work flexible schedules based on patient and agency needs.
- Ability to function competently and professionally in any home situation regardless of protected status including but not limited to age, race, creed, color, sex, disability, or financial condition of the patient.
- Ability to work independently.
- Good communication, writing, and organizational skills.
Company Overview LHC Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.
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