Compassionate Caring for a Veteran - CNA License | Weekend Shifts
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Job Description
Job Title: CNA for Weekend Care of Veteran Location: Herndon, VA Company: Always Best Care of Fairfax Work Schedule: Part-Time | Weekend Split Shift; Morning Shift (8:00 AM - 1:00 PM) OR Evening Shift (3:30 PM - 8:30 PM) Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour
Start Date: Immediate Openings
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About Us
Always Best Care of Fairfax is committed to delivering personalized, client-centered care throughout Fairfax County. We are currently seeking a compassionate and dependable Service-Oriented CNA or PCA to provide daily in-home support to a veteran living independently in Fairfax County. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the life of a client who requires consistent assistance due to significant mobility limitations resulting from a previous surgery. If you're a compassionate professional looking to make a meaningful impact, we'd love to hear from you.
Position Overview We are seeking a reliable, professional, and service-oriented CNA or PCA to assist a veteran client who lives alone and experiences severe mobility challenges. The client has extremely limited control of one leg following a surgery several years ago and requires hands-on assistance with activities of daily living (ADLs), mobility support, and routine personal care.
The care professional will provide support during the client's morning wake-up routine and evening bedtime routine, ensuring his safety, comfort, and independence while helping him maintain the highest possible quality of life. Occasional transportation assistance to medical appointments and community outings may also be required.
Primary Responsibilities
• Assist with morning and evening care routines • Provide respectful personal care and assistance with ADLs • Assist with dressing, grooming, hygiene, and toileting as needed • Support safe mobility and transfers throughout the home • Prepare light meals and assist with hydration • Provide companionship and social engagement • Monitor client well-being and report concerns to the care team • Maintain a safe, clean, and organized environment • Provide occasional transportation to medical appointments and errands • Collaborate with family members and the Always Best Care team to ensure continuity of care
Qualifications
• Active Virginia CNA license or certification preferred, or experienced PCA with demonstrated caregiving experience • Experience supporting clients with mobility impairments, physical disabilities, or rehabilitation needs preferred • Strong transfer and mobility assistance skills • Compassionate, dependable, patient, and professional demeanor • Physical ability to safely assist with mobility-related tasks • Valid driver's license and reliable vehicle • Clean driving record • Male caregiver preferred based on client preference and care needs