Certified Nurse Assistant; CNA)

Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) - $4,000 Sign On Bonus Available

Schedule:

4x10 hour shifts

Schedule:

4x10 hour shifts

The Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Home Care provides compassionate, high-quality personal care and supportive services to participants in their homes. Working under the direction of a licensed nurse and the assigned plan-of-care, the CNA assists participants with activities of daily living, promotes comfort and safety, observes and reports changes in condition, and supports participants in maintaining independence and dignity.

PACE or Program of All-inclusive Care for the Elderly is a federal and state funded program that provides comprehensive, coordinated, and proactive whole-person care to help maintain and improve seniors' health so they can live safely in their homes. There are 180 PACE programs, serving more than 80,700 participants in 33 states.

The number of people aged 55+ is increasing in Grand Junction, CO and the demand for eldercare professionals is on the rise.

• Current and valid Colorado Certified Nurse Assistants license, maintained throughout employment.
• CPR Certification maintained throughout employment
• Prefer 6 months prior CNA experience.
• Experience working with older adults required.
• Experience working with clients who have some cognitive impairment preferred.
• Experience in home health, long-term care, or other healthcare setting preferred.
• Knowledge of basic nursing assistant practices and patient care techniques.
• Ability to recognize and report change sin patient condition.
• Demonstrated compassion, empathy, and respect for diverse populations
• Ability to maintain accurate documentation and follow established care plans.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to maintain patient dignity and confidentiality.

• Pay: $18.50-$22.13 per hour depending on experience
• UMR Health, Delta Dental, VSP vision insurance effective the month following a start date
• Colorado Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FAMLI) program
• Employer paid life insurance
• Mileage reimbursement for work-related driving
• Employee Assistance Program
• 403b Retirement plan with up to 3% employer match
• 15% discount at Spoons Bistro & Bakery, and Heirlooms locations

At Hope West, we hold strong core values that are followed internally with staff as well as in the daily care of our patients & their loved ones. Employees of Hope West are ambassadors that help continue our strong reputation in the communities we serve. If you want to feel honor and pride in the work that you do, while supporting a meaningful mission, come join our Hope West Team!

Together, through creativity, volunteerism, and philanthropy we change the experiences of aging, illness, and grief – one family at a time.

Hope West honors our service members and encourages veterans to apply.

This position will remain open until filled.