Certified Nursing Assistant(CNA)

Certified Nursing Assistant / Personal Care Assistant

Salary : $16- $18 / Per Hour

The Certified Nursing Assistant / Personal Care Assistant is a member of the home care team who works under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, and performs various personal care services as necessary to meet the patients' needs. Sign on bonus of $500.

Case(1)-Clinton : Monday-Friday. Pediatric Patient. 9a-5p

Case(2)-Clinton : Monday-Friday. Pediatric Patient. 6 : 30a-6 : 30p

Case(3)-Sevierville : Any day of the week. 11a-6p. Adult Patient.

Case(4)-Maryville : Monday & Thursday 5p-9p or Thursday and Friday 5p-10p

Case(5)-Maryville : Monday-Wednesday. 8a-1p

Case(6)-Jefferson City : Monday-Friday 8a-3p

Case(7)-Knoxville : Monday-Friday. 10a-6p. Pediatric Patient

Case(8)-Oak Ridge : Monday-Friday Monday-Wednesday 8 : 30a-4 : 30p & Thursday 8 : 30a-2 : 30p

Case(9)-Harriman : Thursday & Friday. 3pm-11pm. (Pediatric Patient)

Essential Duties and Responsibilities :

Responsibilities of the Certified Nursing Assistant / Patient Care Assistant include, but are not limited to, the following :

• Bathing (sponge bath, shower, tub, shampoo)
• Back rubs
• Grooming (nail filing, hair care, oral hygiene)
• Changing bed linen
• Assisting patients with dressing and undressing
• Skin care to prevent breakdown
• Assisting the patient with toileting activities
• Keeping patient's living area clean and orderly, as appropriate
• Plans and prepares nutritious meals
• Assists in feeding the patient, if necessary
• Takes and records oral and axillary temperatures, pulse, respiration, and blood pressure when ordered (with appropriate completed / demonstrated skills competency)
• Assists with mobility, positioning, transfers, and using transfer / mobility devices as applicable, according to the plan if care
• Assists with active and passive range of motion exercises and other simple procedures as an extensional therapy service as ordered (with appropriate completed / demonstrated skills competency)
• Assists patient in the self-administration of medication
• Does patient's laundry, as appropriate
• Meets safety needs of patients, including proper use of equipment (foot stools, side rails, etc.), maintains compliance with Maxim Falls Prevention program, Infection Control program, and patient-specific Emergency Management plan as applicable
• Reports patient's condition and significant changes to the supervising Registered Nurse
• Adherence to Maxim's documentation and care procedures and standards of personal and professional conduct
• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Requirements :

Successful completion of a nursing assistant / home health aide or competency training and evaluation program as applicable, per State / Federal regulations

Successful completion of Maxim's Clinical Competency Program for home health aides, including successful completion of examinations with score of 80% or higher, and demonstration of all required skills per State / Federal regulations

Ability to read and follow written instructions and document care given

Meets Maxim and applicable State Background Investigation requirements

Possession of current CPR certification and First Aid training / certification as applicable, per State regulations

Participation in Tuberculosis screening / testing requirements per Maxim policy and as applicable, per State regulation

Successful completion of Maxim's orientations / trainings, in-service program, and Maxim training examinations, with a score of 80% or greater

Maxim Benefits :

Health and Wellness : Medical / Prescription, Dental, Vision, Health Advocacy (company paid if enrolled Medical) and Health Advocate Employee Assistance Program

Retirement and Financial Security : Health Savings Account, 401(k), Short Term Disability, Voluntary Group Life Insurance and Supplemental Accidental Insurance, Hospital Expense Protection Plan, Critical Illness Insurance, Home and Auto Insurance discounts, Pet Insurance and Legal Benefits

Lifestyle Benefits : Paid Time Off, Employee Discount Program, Transportation Benefits and College Partnership Program

About Maxim Healthcare :

Maxim Healthcare has been making a difference in the lives of our patients, caregivers, employees and communities for more than 30 years. We offer private duty nursing, skilled nursing, physical rehabilitation, companion care, respite care and behavioral care for individuals with chronic and acute illnesses and disabilities. Our commitment to quality customer service, compassionate patient care, and filling critical healthcare needs makes us a trusted partner wherever care is needed.

Maxim Healthcare, Inc. ("Maxim") is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.