HHA/CNA - Dementia & Alzheimer’s Care Experience Job at BrightStar Care, Carmel, IN

  • BrightStar Care
  • Carmel, IN

Job Description

HHA/CNA – Dementia & Alzheimer's Care ExperienceAre you a caregiver who believes that every individual deserves to age with dignity and joy, regardless of cognitive change?We are looking for extraordinary Home Health Aides who don't just "see a patient," but see the person behind the diagnosis. Join our team as a specialist in Dementia and Alzheimer's Care, where your patience and empathy will become the cornerstone of a client's ability to thrive safely and happily in the home they love.Key ResponsibilitiesSpecialized Memory Support: Utilize redirection, validation therapy, and engagement techniques tailored to the cognitive needs of clients with Alzheimer's/Dementia.Behavioral Management: Maintain a secure environment, managing behavioral changes or agitation with a calm, professional, and empathetic demeanor.Cognitive Engagement: Lead clients in cognitive stimulation activities, such as puzzles, music, or reminiscing, to promote mental well-being and joy.Dignified Personal Care: Assist with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs)—including bathing, dressing, and grooming—navigating potential care refusal with patience.Safety & Monitoring: Provide vigilant supervision to prevent wandering and ensure the home remains a safe, hazard-free environment.Clinical Communication: Monitor and track changes in the client's condition and proactively update the Director of Nursing and family members.Nutritional Support: Prepare nutritious meals and provide consistent hydration reminders, adhering to specific dietary requirements.Documentation: Maintain accurate, detailed records of care, vitals, and any subtle shifts in cognitive status.RequirementsLicensure: Current, unrestricted HHA or CNA license in the state of Indiana.Certifications: Certified CPR/BLS and negative 2-step TB skin test or chest x-ray or quantiferonExperience: Minimum of one (1) year of documented experience in a home health agency or facility; direct experience in Dementia/Alzheimer's care is required.Skills: Exceptional assessment skills and the ability to think critically in a home-care setting.Transportation: Licensed driver with valid automobile insurance and reliable transportation.Physical Ability: Must be able to stand, walk, squat, bend, kneel, reach, twist, push, and pull to provide varied assistance based on client mobility. Must be able to safely lift and transfer up to 50 pounds.

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