$500 SIGN ON BONUS**
Job Summary:
Desert Hearts Nursing and Home Care is seeking a compassionate Nursing Assistant to join our home care team. The Nursing Assistant will provide direct patient care and support to ensure the comfort and well-being of our patients in the comfort of the patients home.
Responsibilities:
- Assist patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing
- Provide basic patient care
- Assist in the maintenance of a safe and clean environment for patients
- Follow proper procedures for lifting and transferring patients
- Communicate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare team members
Skills:
- Knowledge of HIPAA regulations and patient confidentiality
- Familiarity with medical terminology
- Ability to work with diverse patient populations including those with developmental disabilities, seniors, and individuals needing hospice care
- Proficiency in catheter care procedures
- Experience in Hoyer lifts
The ideal candidate will possess a caring demeanor, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced healthcare environment. Previous experience in various care settings is highly desirable.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, PRN
Pay: $17.00 - $18.00 per hour
Standard shift:
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Night shift
Supplemental schedule:
- Extended hours
- Holidays
- On call
- Overtime
Weekly schedule:
- Choose your own hours
- Every weekend
- Monday to Friday
- No weekends
- Weekends as needed
Experience:
- Caregiving: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
Work Location: On the road