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Safe Life Home Health Care

Home Health Aide | Chicago, IL

Safe Life Home Health Care, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290

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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.

Job Title Home Health Aide / CNA

Location Chicago, IL

Type Full-time/Part-time

About Us Safe Life Home Health is dedicated to delivering exceptional care to patients in the comfort of their homes.

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

Active CNA certificate

Valid driver's license and car insurance

CPR certification

Prior experience in home health is a plus.

Familiarity with EMR Kinnser by WellSky is advantageous.

Excellent communication skills

Compassion and kindness are essential qualities.

Advantages

Continuing education credits

Flexible schedule

License reimbursement

Tuition reimbursement

Benefits Pay

$25.00 – $35.00 per hour

Schedule Medical Speciality

Home Health

Expected Hours 10 – 30 per week

Experience License / Certification

CNA (Required)

Shift Availability Seniority level Entry level

Employment type Part-time

Job function Health Care Provider

Industries Hospitals and Health Care

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