Home Health Aide / CNA Job at CareerNation, West Hempstead, NY

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  • CareerNation
  • West Hempstead, NY

Job Description

Location: Hempstead, NY
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 4–6 hours/day (2:00 PM–6:00 PM or 12:00 PM–6:00 PM)
Additional: Occasional weekend availability preferred
Pay: $22-$24/hour

Position Overview

We are seeking a reliable, compassionate Home Health Aide (HHA) or Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) to provide in-home care for an elderly woman living in Hempstead, NY. The ideal candidate will be patient, punctual, attentive, and comfortable supporting a client with Parkinson’s disease and mild hallucinations. This role is primarily companionship, safety monitoring, and gentle assistance with daily living activities.

Responsibilities

  • Provide daily companionship and supervision to promote comfort and reduce hallucinations.

  • Ensure the client eats lunch and stays hydrated.

  • Encourage safe mobility and gentle movement throughout the day (mobility is her biggest challenge).

  • Offer standby support during physical therapy sessions when needed (PT typically arrives around 12–1 PM).

  • Assist with simple grooming activities such as hair care, nails, and basic foot care.

  • Provide medication reminders (including blood thinners, Tylenol, and other routine medications).

  • Ensure a calm and supportive environment at all times.

  • Maintain punctual attendance — reliability is critically important.

  • Assist with light household tasks related to the client’s comfort and care.

Client Notes

  • Client has Parkinson’s , with mobility and balance issues.

  • Client experiences hallucinations, which improve when someone is physically present.

Qualifications

  • Active HHA or CNA certification (New York).

  • Prior experience working with elderly clients or those with neurological/mobility conditions is strongly preferred.

  • Excellent reliability, patience, and communication skills.

  • Ability to provide compassionate companionship and gentle encouragement.

  • Must be comfortable with in-home, one-on-one care.

Job Tags

Monday to Friday,

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