Join a Company That Puts People First!Certified Nursing Assistant - PDNWe are one of the largest private duty nursing companies in the nation and growing! At Aveanna, we’re proud to foster a workplace culture that celebrates diversity, encourages connection, and supports our team members every step of the way. Here’s what sets us apart: Award-Winning CultureIndeed’s Work Wellbeing Top 100 Company in 2024Best Company for Work-Life Balance, Happiest Employees and Culture and Best CEO in 2024, as ranked by ComparablyWhy Join Us Health, Dental, Vision and Company-Paid Life InsurancePaid Time Off AvailableFlexible scheduling- full-time, part-time, or PRN. Days, nights, and weekend shifts we will work with your availability!24/7 Local support from operators and cliniciansAveanna has a tablet in each patient’s home allowing for electronic documentationCareer Pathing with opportunities for skill advancementWeekly and/or Daily PayEmployee Stock Purchase Plan with 15% discountEmployee Relief Fund*Benefit eligibility can vary and is dependent upon employment status and employment locationWe consider it both a privilege and an honor when we welcome a new patient into our Aveanna family. Our homecare is always delivered from a place of heartfelt compassion and empathy, and every one of our Certified Nursing Assistants works together to make sure we achieve outstanding clinical outcomes. Aveanna isn’t just a provider of compassionate homecare to children and adults. We are a national leader.Position Overview:The Certified Nursing Assistant is responsible for providing personal medical care and assistance with daily living activities that improve quality of life by allowing our patients to remain in their home (or facility) while adhering to confidentiality standards and professional boundaries at all times.Essential Job Functions:Perform, assist, evaluate and document medical care, such as:Basic first aidTaking weight and vital signsCatheter and bowel care, including I&O monitoringRange of motion exercises, exercises as assigned by a Physical Therapist, Occupational Therapist, or Speech Language PathologistAmbulation, transfer and positioning with wheelchairs and other non-life support medical equipment and devicesPrepare meals according to dietary and nutritional needsCare for patient’s special conditions and needs within scope of authorized tasksHelp patient maintain good personal hygiene, such as:Assistance with bathing, toileting, grooming, shaving, skin and nail care, oral hygiene, dressing and eatingThorough completion and coordination of all required documentation, such as:Maintaining and completing the necessary patient/family and Company documentation records upon conclusion of each visitObserve and report significant changes in patient’s condition to the (RN) Nursing SupervisorProvide hands-on personal care and performance of simple procedures as an extension of therapy or nursing services.Provide services that are ordered by the physician in the plan of care and that the aide is permitted to perform under state law.Requirements:High school graduate or GED*Current, unrestricted certification or proof of training as required by the stateCurrent CPR certificationDemonstrated proficiency in clinical assessments, documentation and compliance with aide care and policies and proceduresValid Driver’s License and Acceptable MVR*not applicable if the patient is the child/loved one of the Certified Nursing AssistantOngoing Education:An Aide must receive at least 12 hours of in-service training during each 12-month period. In-service training may occur while an aide is furnishing care to a patient.Other Skills/Abilities:Attention to detailTime ManagementEffective problem-solving and conflict resolutionGood organization and communication skillsPhysical Requirements:Must be able to speak, write, read and understand EnglishMust be able to travelMust be able to lift 50 poundsProlonged walking, standing, bending, kneeling, reaching, twistingMust be able to sit and climb stairsMust have visual and hearing acuityMust have strong sense of smell and touchMust be able to sufficiently reposition patients and move equipment without assistanceMust be able to appropriately respond physically and mentally to emergency situations in the home or during transportEnvironment:Must be able to function in a wide variety of environments which may involve exposure to allergens and other various conditionsPossible exposure to blood, bodily fluids and infectious diseasesOther Duties:Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action: Aveanna provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Aveanna complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.Position OverviewThe Certified Nursing Assistant is responsible for providing personal medical care and assistance with daily living activities that improve quality of life by allowing our patients to remain in their home while adhering to confidentiality standards and professional boundaries at all times.Essential Job Functions• Perform, assist, evaluate and document medical care, such as:o Basic first aido Taking weight and vital signso Catheter and bowel care, including I&O monitoringo Range of motion exercises, exercises as assigned by a Physical Therapist, Occupational Therapist, or Speech Language Pathologisto Ambulation, transfer and positioning with wheelchairs and other non-life support medical equipment and deviceso Prepare meals according to dietary and nutritional needso Care for patient’s special conditions and needs within scope of authorized tasks• Help patient maintain good personal hygiene, such as:o Assistance with bathing, toileting, grooming, shaving, skin and nail care, oral hygiene, dressing and eating• Thorough completion and coordination of all required documentation, such as:o Maintaining and completing the necessary patient/family and Company documentation records upon conclusion of each visito Observe and report significant changes in patient’s condition to the (RN) Nursing Supervisor• Provide hands-on personal care and performance of simple procedures as an extension of therapy or nursing services.• Provide services that are ordered by the physician in the plan of care and that the aide is permitted to perform under state law.Requirements• High school graduate or GED• Current, unrestricted certification or proof of training as required by the state• Current CPR certification• Demonstrated proficiency in clinical assessments, documentation and compliance with aide care and policies and proceduresAdditional state specific requirements:• Continuing Education as required by state• Georgia:o Successful completion of Nurse Aide training and competency evaluation program pursuant to the requirements of 42 CFR part 483, Subpart D; oro Health Care or Personal Care credentialing program recognized and approved by the state; oro Successful completion of 40 hour training program provided by a private home care provider which addresses at least the areas specified in the PHCP rules• Illinois:o Appropriate clearing of Illinois Department of Public Health – Health Care Worker Registry,o Successful completion of Long-Term Care Assistants and Aides Training Programs Code; oro Documentation of current registration from another state; oro Successful completion of a Nursing Arts Program which included at least 40 hours of supervised clinical experience from an accredited nursing program as evidenced by diploma, certificate or other written verification from the school and proof of successful completion of the written portion of the Department established nursing assistant competency test; oro Successful completion of a US military Training Program that includes the content of the Basic Nursing Assistant Training Program as evidenced by a diploma, certification DD-214, or other written verification and successful completion of the written portion of the Department-established nursing assistant competency evaluation Proof of completion of a nursing program in a foreign country.• Colorado(Nursing Aide Services):o (A) The agency shall select nurse aides on the basis of such factors as the ability to read, write, carry out directions, effectively communicate to demonstrate competency in the provision of care and services safely and effectively and treat consumers with dignity and respect to person and property.o (B) The agency shall ensure that each nurse aide it employs is certified by the Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies within four (4) months of starting employment and that certification remains current. Each aide that provide care and services before certification shall be supervised in the home by direct observation at least weekly for the first month of employment and every two (2) weeks thereafter until certification is obtained.o Ongoing Education: An Aide must receive at least 12 hours of in-service training during each 12-month period. In-service training may occur while an aide is furnishing care to a patient.Other Skills/Abilities• Attention to detail• Time Management• Effective problem-solving and conflict resolution• Good organization and communication skillsPhysical Requirements• Must be able to speak, write, read and understand English• Must be able to travel• Must be able to lift 50 pounds• Prolonged walking, standing, bending, kneeling, reaching, twisting• Must be able to sit and climb stairs• Must have visual and hearing acuity• Must have strong sense of smell and touch• Must be able to sufficiently reposition patients and move equipment without assistance• Must be able to appropriately respond physically and mentally to emergency situations in the home or during transportEnvironment• Must be able to function in a wide variety of environments which may involve exposure to allergens and other various conditions• Possible exposure to blood, bodily fluids and infectious diseasesOther Duties• Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.As an employer accepting Medicare and Medicaid funds, employees must comply with all health-related requirements in all relevant jurisdictions, including required vaccinations and testing, subject to exemptions for medical or religious reasons as appropriate.Notice for Job Applicants Residing in California