Location: Chestertown, MD
CNA/GNA/CMT Pay Rate: $16.00 per hour
HHA/PCA/Caregiver Pay Rate: $15.00 per hour
Employment Type: Full-Time and Part-Time
We are seeking compassionate and dependable Caregivers, Personal Care Aides (PCAs), Home Health Aides (HHAs), Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs), Geriatric Nursing Assistants (GNAs), and Certified Medication Technicians (CMTs) to provide personal care and supportive services to clients in their homes. Working under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN), team members play a vital role in helping clients maintain their independence, dignity, safety, and quality of life while remaining in the comfort of their own homes.
Services are provided in accordance with the client's individualized plan of care, agency policies, and applicable state regulations. Successful candidates will be compassionate, dependable, and committed to delivering high-quality care while promoting the health, comfort, and well-being of each client.
Key Responsibilities
Personal Care & Client Support
Provide personal care services in accordance with the client's individualized plan of care.
Assist clients with activities of daily living (ADLs), including bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting, and mobility assistance.
Help clients maintain good personal hygiene and a safe, healthy living environment.
Encourage clients to remain as independent as possible according to their care plan.
Meal Preparation & Household Assistance
Plan and prepare nutritious meals as directed by the supervising nurse.
Assist with grocery shopping and errands when authorized.
Perform light housekeeping duties necessary to maintain a safe and comfortable environment for the client.
Mobility & Rehabilitation Support
Assist clients with ambulation, transfers, and positioning as directed by the physician and supervising nurse.
Support therapy and rehabilitation activities as instructed by healthcare professionals.
Observation & Reporting
Observe and report changes in the client's physical, mental, or emotional condition to the supervising nurse.
Report any concerns regarding client safety, health status, or changes within the home environment.
Maintain effective communication with the care team to ensure continuity of care.
Documentation & Compliance
Complete visit documentation accurately and promptly.
Follow agency policies, state regulations, infection control standards, and client confidentiality requirements.
Attend required in-service trainings and staff meetings.
Notify the agency promptly regarding absences or scheduling conflicts.
Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Active CNA certification in good standing with the Maryland Board of Nursing.
Completion of a state-approved Nurse Aide Training and Competency Evaluation Program.
Current CPR certification required.
Knowledge of personal care, housekeeping, meal preparation, infection control, and vital sign monitoring.
Ability to assist clients with activities of daily living, including bathing, grooming, dressing, eating, ambulation, and transfers.
Must be able to maintain client confidentiality and uphold professional and ethical standards.
Must pass all required background screenings.
Must be physically able to perform job duties and provide appropriate health documentation as required.
Experience:
Minimum of 1-2 years of experience preferred
Long-Term Care, Assisted Living, Rehabilitation, or Home Health experience is a plus
Required Documents:
Active CNA, GNA, and/or CMT Certification
Government-issued Photo ID
Physical Examination
PPD/TB Test or Chest X-Ray
Documentation verifying eligibility to work in the United States
Driver's Llicense
Benefits:
Competitive pay at $15.00-1$6.00 per hour
Flexible scheduling
Full-time and part-time opportunities
Supportive team environment
Ongoing training and professional development
Apply today and join a team dedicated to providing exceptional patient care.
Submit your application, resume, and contact information for consideration. Qualified candidates will be contacted for an interview.
CHNS is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Certified Home Nursing Solutions (CHNS) is a family owned business serving Harford County and the surrounding areas, we specialize in Skilled Nursing, Personal Care, Homemaker and Companion care services. We also offer a wide range of training for health care providers and other disciplines and staffing services specializing in placement of paraprofessionals in healthcare settings.
We believe our clients and families in the Harford County and surrounding areas turn to CHNS because of our wholehearted commitment to providing care with compassion, excellence, and reliability and our strong desire to assure that the level of care being provided meet and exceeds your needs.
Certified Home Nursing Solutions has a broad spectrum of services and a team of compassionate and reliable professionals to cater to a wide range of needs – from your pet to children, to young adults and to the elderly.
As an agency, we strive to provide you with only the best for your loved ones and this is why we wholeheartedly invest in our home health professionals. The caregivers of Certified Home Nursing Solutions go through regular training and seminars to continuously improve their skills and to assure you that we are more than capable to handle your loved ones with care, respect and dignity.
