Certified Nursing Assistant

**Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) – Home Health Telehealth Assistant** ### **Position Summary** The Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) supports the home health therapy team by assisting with telehealth physical therapy visits in patients' homes. This role serves as the in\-home support person for the remote therapist by helping facilitate virtual visits, obtaining and documenting vital signs, assisting patients with technology set\-up, and providing camera guidance during home safety and mobility assessments. The CNA helps ensure efficient, high\-quality patient care while promoting patient safety and comfort in the home setting. ### **Essential Duties \& Responsibilities** * Travel to patient homes as scheduled to assist with telehealth therapy visits * Set up and connect telehealth equipment (tablet, phone, laptop, hotspot, etc.) for virtual therapy appointments * Assist patients in joining telehealth sessions and troubleshoot basic technology issues * Obtain and document vital signs including: + Blood pressure + Pulse + Respiratory rate + Oxygen saturation + Temperature + Weight (if applicable) * Assist therapist with camera positioning and guided visual assessments during visits * Perform camera tours of the patient’s home environment as directed by the therapist to assess: + Mobility pathways + Fall risks + Bathroom safety + Transfer areas + Durable medical equipment placement + General home safety concerns * Assist patients with positioning, transfers, and mobility activities within CNA scope of practice and agency policy * Report observed patient concerns, changes in condition, or safety issues to supervising clinician promptly * Maintain professional communication with therapists, nurses, patients, and caregivers * Ensure patient privacy and HIPAA compliance during all telehealth interactions * Accurately complete required documentation and visit notes per agency standards * Maintain telehealth equipment and report malfunctioning devices or connectivity concerns * Participate in team meetings and ongoing training as assigned ### **Qualifications** * Current Montana Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification required * Current CPR certification required * Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and current auto insurance required * Ability to travel throughout assigned service area * Basic understanding of telehealth technology and mobile devices * Strong communication and interpersonal skills * Ability to work independently in patient homes * Home health, long\-term care, or outpatient experience preferred ### **Physical Requirements** * Frequent standing, walking, bending, lifting, and transferring assistance up to 50 pounds * Ability to navigate patient home environments safely * Ability to assist with patient mobility, transfers, and positioning activities ### **Work Environment** * Primarily field\-based in patient homes * Frequent interaction with elderly and medically complex patients * Expo