Certified Home Health Aide

Certified Home Health Aide (C.N.A./H.H.A.)

At Elara Caring, we believe the best place for care is where you live. Our teams provide high-quality care to more than 60,000 patients daily in their preferred home setting. Join us and make a difference as a Hospice C.N.A /H.H.A.

Why Join Elara Caring?

• Work in a collaborative environment.
• Make a real difference.
• Competitive compensation package.
• Tuition reimbursement for full-time staff and free continuing education for all employees.
• Opportunities for advancement.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• 401(K) with employer match.
• Paid time off, paid holidays, and bereavement leave.

Your Role as a Hospice C.N.A /H.H.A.:

• Verify the Plan of Care before each visit and provide care according to RN delegation, physician's orders, and established guidelines.
• Incorporate patient care goals into nursing visits, as evidenced by documentation.
• Communicate significant findings, problems, or changes in condition to the RN Case Manager, physician, or other relevant personnel.
• Report unsafe conditions to the appropriate RN Case Manager, clinical supervisor, or physician.
• Implement patient safety plans using available resources.
• Assist patients in learning self-care techniques.
• Suggest revisions to the plan of care and notify the RN Case Manager.
• Provide specialized nursing skills under the direction of a Registered Nurse or physician.
• Collaborate with the RN Case Manager for advice and instructions.
• Document medication regimens and update medication profiles.
• Treat patients and caregivers effectively and compassionately.
• Implement actions to prevent avoidable hospitalizations and ER visits.
• Provide positive and supportive communication to all stakeholders.

What We Require:

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• 1 year of experience as a Hospice Aide or Nursing Assistant.
• Completion of a state-established or other Hospice Aide training program meeting federal requirements, including a competency evaluation.
• Home health environment experience preferred.
• 50% travel required.
• Ability to frequently lift, push, pull, and support up to 50 pounds, including patient transfers and equipment movement.
• Valid driver's license, insurance, and reliable transportation.

You will report to the Clinical Team Manager.

Equal Employment Opportunity: Elara Caring is an equal opportunity employer. We recruit, hire, assign, and promote without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. For assistance due to a disability, please email [email protected].

Pay & Benefit Information: Compensation is based on qualifications, skills, and experience. Learn more about Elara's benefits at https://careers.elara.com/us/en/benefits.

E-Verify: Elara Caring participates in E-Verify after a job offer is accepted and Form I-9 is completed.