Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Are you a compassionate and dedicated Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or caregiver looking for an opportunity to bring comfort and joy to the lives of elderly clients? We are actively seeking skilled caregivers to join our team, providing exceptional care to our clients in and around the Covington, LA area. Whether in the comfort of their homes or in a facility, we are committed to ensuring our elderly clients receive the care, respect, and support they deserve. With flexible schedules offering both day and night shifts, we can help you find a routine that works for you.

Your Role and Responsibilities:

As a CNA or caregiver, you will play a vital role in the well-being of our elderly clients. Your responsibilities will include:

• Daily Care Assistance : Support clients with daily living activities, including turning, ambulation, personal hygiene (bathing, dressing), and ensuring they receive proper nutrition and hydration.
• Comfort Measures : Provide additional care such as delivering therapeutic baths, ice packs, and dressings as needed for client comfort.
• Monitoring and Reporting : Record vital information like food intake, urinary and fecal output, and communicate these observations effectively with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare staff.
• Collaboration : Work alongside a multidisciplinary team to provide personalized, high-quality care that addresses the unique needs of each client.
• Emotional Support : Foster a caring environment by offering companionship and emotional support to clients, helping them feel safe and comfortable.

Requirements and Skills:

To be successful in this role, candidates should have:

• A High School diploma or GED equivalent.
• State Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Certification (if applicable).
• Current CPR certification.
• Basic computer skills.
• Strong communication abilities, particularly oral communication, for interacting with clients, healthcare professionals, and team members.
• A calm, professional demeanor, especially in high-pressure or fast-paced situations, is essential to ensure smooth client care.

Compensation and Benefits:

We value your hard work and dedication and offer competitive compensation:

• Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) can expect to earn $13-14/hour for private clients
• Non-Certified Caregivers earn between $12-13/hour for private clients.
• Health Insurance : Available for employees working at least 35 hours per week after 90 days of employment.
• Weekly pay to help you manage your finances with ease.

As part of our commitment to providing a safe and secure environment, we conduct background checks and drug screenings on all prospective employees. These screenings are essential to ensuring that our workplace remains a safe, productive, and positive environment for everyone.

By applying for a position with About You In Home Care you acknowledge and consent to the following:

Background Check: You agree to undergo a background check, which may include, but is not limited to, verification of your employment history, education, criminal record, and any other relevant information that may be deemed necessary to assess your suitability for the position.

Drug Screening: You consent to participate in a drug screening test, which may be conducted prior to employment and/or periodically during your employment. This test will check for the presence of illegal substances or substances that may impair your ability to perform your job safely and effectively.

Confidentiality: All information obtained from the background check and drug screening will be treated as confidential and will only be used for the purpose of evaluating your eligibility for employment.

Right to Decline: You have the right to decline to undergo the background check and drug screening. However, please be aware that declining may result in the withdrawal of your application or termination of your employment offer

Accuracy of Information: It is your responsibility to ensure that all information provided during the application process is accurate and complete. Any falsification, omission, or misrepresentation may result in the denial of employment or termination if discovered after employment has commenced.

Legal Compliance: Our background checks and drug screenings are conducted in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations. We are committed to ensuring that these processes are fair, transparent, and non-discriminatory.

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