Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) – Home Health

Certified nursing assistant (Cna) – home health

SummitWest Care | Grand Junction, CO Full-Time or Part-Time | Flexible Scheduling $17.00–$22.00/hour (DOE)

SummitWest Care is a community-based nonprofit home health agency serving Mesa County. Our mission is to help individuals remain safely and comfortably in their homes while maintaining dignity, independence, and quality of life.

We are seeking compassionate Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) who are committed to providing exceptional care and building meaningful relationships with clients and families. This position allows you to work one-on-one with clients in their homes, supporting their health, comfort, and daily living needs.

If you enjoy helping others, value independence in your work, and want to make a direct impact in the lives of local families, we encourage you to apply.

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What You'll Do

• Personal Care & Client Support
• Assist clients with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, grooming, oral hygiene, toileting, and mobility assistance
• Support clients in maintaining comfort, dignity, and independence within their homes
• Follow individualized care plans and client-specific instructions
• Observe and report changes in client condition, behavior, or environment

• Health & Safety Monitoring
• Monitor and document client status, including vital signs when appropriate
• Assist with treatments and tasks within scope of practice
• Support infection prevention and safety procedures
• Communicate concerns promptly to nursing staff and supervisors

• Home Environment Support
• Assist with light housekeeping duties such as laundry, changing linens, vacuuming, cleaning, organizing living spaces, and maintaining a safe home environment
• Ensure client care areas remain clean, comfortable, and functional

• Communication & Documentation
• Complete required documentation accurately and in a timely manner
• Maintain clear communication with clients, families, nurses, and other members of the care team
• Participate in staff meetings, case conferences, and ongoing training as required

• Professional Growth
• Maintain active CNA certification
• Complete required continuing education and training
• Stay current with agency policies, state regulations, and best practices in home health care

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Home health care is personal. Every visit provides an opportunity to improve someone's quality of life, support their independence, and provide peace of mind to their family.

Compassion, reliability, professionalism, and strong communication skills are essential in this role.

• What We're Looking For
• Active Colorado CNA certification
• High school diploma or GED
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work independently while remaining connected to a care team
• Reliable attendance and dependable transportation
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professional boundaries
• Strong observational and documentation skills
• Commitment to providing client-centered care

• Preferred but Not Required
• Previous home health, long-term care, hospice, or healthcare experience
• Experience working with seniors or individuals with disabilities
• Familiarity with electronic documentation systems

Physical Requirements

This position requires frequent standing, walking, bending, reaching, lifting, transferring, and assisting clients in the home environment.

Candidates must be able to

• Frequently lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 pounds
• Occasionally assist with transfers involving greater weight
• Work in a variety of home environments
• Safely perform personal care and mobility assistance tasks

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What We Offer

• Competitive pay based on experience and tenure
• Flexible scheduling opportunities
• Paid training and onboarding
• Continuing education support
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance options
• Paid sick time and generous PTO opportunities
• 401(k) with employer match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Supportive clinical leadership and team environment

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Why Join SummitWest Care?

You matter. We care.

Founded in 2002, SummitWest Care is a nonprofit, community-based home health agency serving Mesa County. For more than 20 years, we've helped local individuals remain safely at home while receiving the care they need.

Our caregivers and CNAs are at the heart of that mission. Every day, they provide comfort, dignity, companionship, and skilled support to clients and families throughout our community.

We believe great care starts with supporting the people who provide it. That's why we invest in training, teamwork, communication, and a culture that values both clients and employees.

If you're looking for meaningful work where you can make a difference every day, we'd love to meet you.

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Equal opportunity employer

SummitWest Care provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination or harassment of any kind, in accordance with federal, state, and local laws.