Home Health Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - PRN

About the role

The Home Health Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - PRN provides compassionate, high-quality personal care and support to patients in their homes in Houston, Texas. Working under the supervision of a Registered Nurse or other licensed healthcare professional, the CNA helps patients with daily living activities, promotes comfort and dignity, monitors changes in patient condition and contributes to home healthcare services. The position is on an as-needed basis (PRN).

Key responsibilities

• Provide personal care, including bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting and oral hygiene.
• Assist with mobility, transfers, ambulation and positioning as directed by the care plan.
• Encourage patient independence while helping with activities of daily living.
• Monitor and report changes in patient condition, behavior or environment to the supervising nurse.
• Record care activities accurately and promptly, and measure and document vital signs as assigned.
• Support light housekeeping and assist with meal preparation and feeding when appropriate.
• Travel to patient homes within the assigned service area and follow infection control, safety and confidentiality protocols.
• Participate in required training, meetings and continuing education.

Required profile

• Current Texas CNA certification; high school diploma or GED equivalent.
• At least one year of experience in healthcare, home health, long-term care or a related clinical setting.
• Valid Texas driver's license, reliable transportation and current auto insurance.
• Ability to work independently, communicate well and document patient information accurately.
• Current CPR certification or ability to obtain it upon hire.
• Preferred: previous home health or hospice experience, experience with elderly, disabled or chronically ill patients, bilingual English/Spanish, EMR familiarity, and knowledge of home healthcare regulations.

Physical requirements

• Frequently stand, walk, bend, kneel, crouch and reach.
• Lift, transfer, push or pull up to 50 pounds with or without assistance.
• Sufficient vision and hearing to monitor patients and respond appropriately.
• Ability to work in various home environments and perform repetitive physical tasks for extended periods.