CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT

Certified Nursing Assistant (C.N.A) Position for Home Care Company in Lee & Collier County

You will work in a home setting providing 1 on 1 care to the client.

Please read the list of required credentials at the bottom.

Working with clients who are on their own unique journey with Alzheimer's and Dementia can be very challenging. You must be able to work through these challenges while still providing world-class care to the client.

If you looking for a CNA job where you can make a difference in people’s lives while working for a company that truly cares about you?  We are pleased to offer an opportunity to pursue your passion, with a flexible schedule, recognition, and the benefits you need. Come work for us and see how BrightStar Care of Naples & Ft. Myers (“BrightStar Care”) employees uphold A Higher Standard.

• DAY SHIFTS (Collier & Lee Counties)
• WEEKEND AVAILABILITY GETS PRIORITY
• LONG & SHORT SHIFTS AVAILABLE
• WE OFFER UNBEATABLE SCHEDULE FLEXIBILITY
• HIGHLY COMPETITIVE STARTING PAY

At BrightStar Care, we value each of our employees and care about their well-being. We strongly believe in the value of a work-life balance by providing our employees with the best in class benefits package, including:

• Competitive Pay
• Weekly Pay with Direct Deposit
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 401K with Employer Contribution
• Employee Bonus Program
• Health Insurance Program
• Continuing Education Credits (CEU’s)
• Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s Training
• Employee Discount Program with over 1,000 companies
• AND SO MUCH MORE…!!

Responsibilities:

• Providing care as directed by a nursing supervisor, including but not limited to bathing, grooming, oral care, dressing, undressing, toileting activities, taking and recording vital signs, and assisting with height and weight measurements, if necessary
• Providing care according to the patient’s plan of care, and assistance with daily tasks, including but not limited to feeding, meal preparation, linen changes, light housekeeping, providing transportation to doctor appointments, outdoor activities, and shopping.

BELOW ARE THE CREDENTIALS NEEDED BEFORE YOU SCHEDULE YOUR INTERVIEW:

• Florida Driver’s License
  • Permanent Resident Card or Employment Authorization Card
• Auto Insurance Card
• CNA License
• CPR Card
• Social Security Card
• Current Background/Fingerprints with AHCA
• Physical within last 6 months
• TB Test within last 6 months
  • OR TB X-ray within 5 years
• CEU Certificates:
  • HIV/Aids 1.0 hour
  • Alzheimer’s 2.0 hours
  • Struthers Parkinson Certificate 2.0 hours (If you do not have this, we will provide the class for you to take online)

 Credentials that are not required but appreciated: 

• Covid Vaccine Card
• Assisting with Self-medication CEU

Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English and communicate effectively
• Minimum one (1) year experience
• Self-directing with the ability to work with little direct supervision
• Empathy for the needs of the client
• Treats clients, staff, and the public with courtesy, and respect and presents a positive public image.
• Works as a team member.
• Ensures confidentiality and security of the client’s medical information.
• Must be able to stand walk, squat, bend, kneel, reach, twist, push, and pull. Varied assistance is required depending on the mobility of the client. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds   

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against applicants due to race, ethnicity, gender, veteran status, or on the basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.