Home Health Aide
Brookdale Hockessin, Cape May Court House, NJ, United States
Job Title
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or Certified Home Health Aide (CHHA)
Job Description
Recognized by Newsweek in 2024 and 2025 as one of America's Greatest Workplaces for Diversity. If you are seeking employment with an organization that truly values their employees
please apply. Brookdale Cape May has very high resident, family, and employee satisfaction and is seeking individuals who are able to support continuous improvement to be the best in Cape May County. All staff receive free meals and uniforms. Full Time (30 hours or more) Sign on Bonus of $2,000.00. Part Time Sign on Bonus of $1,000.00. Evening and overnights shifts paid a differential above starting rate. Candidates must possess a valid New Jersey CNA or CHHA License. If not licensed but willing to do an internship give us a call. Make Lives Better Including Your Own. If you want to work in an environment where you can become your best possible self, join us! You'll earn more than a paycheck; you can find opportunities to grow your career through professional development, as well as ongoing programs catered to your overall health and wellness. Full suite of health insurance, life insurance and retirement plans are available and vary by employment status.
Responsibilities
Under the supervision of a professional nurse, provides direct care to residents, which reflect Brookdale's philosophy and standards of home health care. Assists in meeting the residents' individual needs while treating the resident with respect and dignity.
Assists residents with the activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, transferring, and getting to and from activities and meals according to the resident care/service plan.
Allows and encourages residents to do as much of their own care as possible.
Documents the delivery of quality care in the resident's clinical record.
Follows infection control and safety policies and guidelines.
Implements resident care that is accurately, timely and appropriately documented; maintains confidentiality at all times.
Maintains a clean, safe, and orderly environment for the residents.
Performs general housekeeping duties as assigned.
Responds promptly and positively to resident requests for assistance, including emergency pull cords.
Maintains consistent and concise lines of authority and responsibility with effective communication that promotes a positive working relationship with residents, families, and co-workers.
Identifies changes in resident status or needs and communicates to the nurse in a timely manner.
Participates in educational programs.
Qualifications
Education and Experience: High school diploma or General Education Degree (GED); and minimum of one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Previous experience in a health care setting is preferred, but not required. Must provide certificate showing completion of 75 hour home health aide curriculum.
Certifications, Licenses, and Other Special Requirements: In accordance with state law, may need to possess current state certifications and follow regulations to maintain current certification.
Management/Decision Making: Makes standard and routine decisions based on detailed guidelines with limited independent judgment. Problems are generally solved with clear, detailed guidelines or by reporting them to a supervisor.
Knowledge and Skills: Has a basic level of a skill and can follow written or verbal instructions. Has basic technical skills to complete a few repetitive and well-defined duties. Has a basic knowledge of the organization in order to answer basic questions. Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to communicate effectively in English with residents, family members and other associates of the company. Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written and/or oral form. Uses good judgment in emergency situations, and seeks assistance when needed.
Physical Demands and Working Conditions:
Standing
Walking
Use hands and fingers to handle or feel
Reach with hands and arms
Climb or balance
Stoop, kneel, crouch crawl
Talk or hear
Ability to lift: up to 50 pounds
Vision
Requires interaction with co-workers, residents or vendors
Occasional weekend, evening or night work if needed to ensure shift coverage
Possible exposure to communicable diseases and infections
Potential injury from transferring, repositioning, or lifting residents
Exposure to latex
Possible exposure to blood-borne pathogens
Possible exposure to various drugs, chemical, infectious, or biological hazards
Job Info
Job Identification 25021335
Job Category Healthcare
Degree Level High School Graduate
Job Schedule Full time
Locations 591 Route 9 S, Cape May Court House, NJ, 08210, US
Hiring Range Minimum and Maximum Per Period $20.00 - $21.50 / hour
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or Certified Home Health Aide (CHHA)
Job Description
Recognized by Newsweek in 2024 and 2025 as one of America's Greatest Workplaces for Diversity. If you are seeking employment with an organization that truly values their employees
please apply. Brookdale Cape May has very high resident, family, and employee satisfaction and is seeking individuals who are able to support continuous improvement to be the best in Cape May County. All staff receive free meals and uniforms. Full Time (30 hours or more) Sign on Bonus of $2,000.00. Part Time Sign on Bonus of $1,000.00. Evening and overnights shifts paid a differential above starting rate. Candidates must possess a valid New Jersey CNA or CHHA License. If not licensed but willing to do an internship give us a call. Make Lives Better Including Your Own. If you want to work in an environment where you can become your best possible self, join us! You'll earn more than a paycheck; you can find opportunities to grow your career through professional development, as well as ongoing programs catered to your overall health and wellness. Full suite of health insurance, life insurance and retirement plans are available and vary by employment status.
Responsibilities
Under the supervision of a professional nurse, provides direct care to residents, which reflect Brookdale's philosophy and standards of home health care. Assists in meeting the residents' individual needs while treating the resident with respect and dignity.
Assists residents with the activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, transferring, and getting to and from activities and meals according to the resident care/service plan.
Allows and encourages residents to do as much of their own care as possible.
Documents the delivery of quality care in the resident's clinical record.
Follows infection control and safety policies and guidelines.
Implements resident care that is accurately, timely and appropriately documented; maintains confidentiality at all times.
Maintains a clean, safe, and orderly environment for the residents.
Performs general housekeeping duties as assigned.
Responds promptly and positively to resident requests for assistance, including emergency pull cords.
Maintains consistent and concise lines of authority and responsibility with effective communication that promotes a positive working relationship with residents, families, and co-workers.
Identifies changes in resident status or needs and communicates to the nurse in a timely manner.
Participates in educational programs.
Qualifications
Education and Experience: High school diploma or General Education Degree (GED); and minimum of one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Previous experience in a health care setting is preferred, but not required. Must provide certificate showing completion of 75 hour home health aide curriculum.
Certifications, Licenses, and Other Special Requirements: In accordance with state law, may need to possess current state certifications and follow regulations to maintain current certification.
Management/Decision Making: Makes standard and routine decisions based on detailed guidelines with limited independent judgment. Problems are generally solved with clear, detailed guidelines or by reporting them to a supervisor.
Knowledge and Skills: Has a basic level of a skill and can follow written or verbal instructions. Has basic technical skills to complete a few repetitive and well-defined duties. Has a basic knowledge of the organization in order to answer basic questions. Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to communicate effectively in English with residents, family members and other associates of the company. Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written and/or oral form. Uses good judgment in emergency situations, and seeks assistance when needed.
Physical Demands and Working Conditions:
Standing
Walking
Use hands and fingers to handle or feel
Reach with hands and arms
Climb or balance
Stoop, kneel, crouch crawl
Talk or hear
Ability to lift: up to 50 pounds
Vision
Requires interaction with co-workers, residents or vendors
Occasional weekend, evening or night work if needed to ensure shift coverage
Possible exposure to communicable diseases and infections
Potential injury from transferring, repositioning, or lifting residents
Exposure to latex
Possible exposure to blood-borne pathogens
Possible exposure to various drugs, chemical, infectious, or biological hazards
Job Info
Job Identification 25021335
Job Category Healthcare
Degree Level High School Graduate
Job Schedule Full time
Locations 591 Route 9 S, Cape May Court House, NJ, 08210, US
Hiring Range Minimum and Maximum Per Period $20.00 - $21.50 / hour