Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) (Part Time/Per Diem) at EVERHAVEN – Portland, Maine

EverHaven is a nurse-led, concierge, non-medical personal care agency serving seniors and adults with disabilities. Our CNAs support client dignity, independence, and well-being through compassionate, skilled care in the home while honoring EverHaven’s non-medical scope of practice. You will be supported by RN oversight, clear service plans, and a team that values professionalism, calm communication, and consistent routines.

• Bathe, provide oral hygiene, groom, dress, and toilet clients per service plan.
• Perform safe transfers, bed mobility, and ambulation using proper body mechanics and approved assistive devices.
  

• Obtain and record vital signs, weights, and intake and output as directed by the RN Supervisor and documented in the service plan.
• Provide non-skilled support such as emptying drainage or catheter bags only when allowed under PCA scope and documented in the care plan.
  

• Provide medication reminders only in accordance with EverHaven Medication Support policy.
  • No medication administration
  • No dose preparation
  • No PRN judgment
• Observe and promptly report changes in skin, mobility, cognition, behavior, or breathing to the RN Supervisor.
  

• Complete the Daily Caregiver Visit Note with EVV fields and clinical observations by end of shift or within 24 hours.
• Escalate safety concerns, incidents, and client or family complaints to the RN Supervisor without delay.
• Participate in care conferences, case reviews, and team meetings as requested.
  

• Follow EverHaven infection control and OSHA bloodborne pathogen policies.
• Use PPE as required and maintain a clean, hazard-reduced environment in the client home.
• Report environmental or equipment safety issues to the RN Supervisor.
  

• When assigned, support orientation of new PSS staff by modeling EverHaven standards and safe techniques under RN oversight.
• Complete required orientation, annual competency review, and at least 12 hours of continuing education or in-service per year (or as updated by EverHaven).
  

• Guaranteed-hours track (program): Per Diem 24 hrs/week or Part-Time 30 hrs/week may be available after onboarding based on client demand, your availability, and performance. Written terms are provided if offered.
• Overtime: Non-exempt employees are paid overtime in accordance with Maine law (generally time and one-half for hours worked over 40 in a workweek).
• Travel pay: Mileage reimbursement and paid travel time as applicable per EverHaven Mileage and On-Call Pay Policy.
  

Starting Day 1 (all W-2 caregivers):

• RN-led support, clear service plans, and respectful communication
• Paid orientation and required training
• Paid travel time and mileage reimbursement as applicable
• Shift differentials when assigned
• Opportunities for advancement, additional dementia training, and growth based on performance and needs
  

After 30 days (eligible employees only):
Benefits begin after 30 days of employment for eligible employees based on role classification and plan eligibility rules (typically tied to average hours worked and job status).

• PTO and holiday pay (if eligible)
• Access to health and other benefits if offered and if eligibility criteria are met
• Tuition or CEU support for advanced dementia training or related certifications may be available based on performance

• Employment is contingent on meeting role requirements, including MBCC background check and FBI fingerprinting when required
• Pre-employment drug screen per EverHaven policy
• Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and auto insurance if driving to client homes
• Immunizations and screenings per EverHaven policy such as flu, Hepatitis B offered, and TB screening
  

• Varied home environments with potential exposure to pets, smoke, and allergens
• Possible exposure to communicable diseases and body fluids
• Flexible scheduling including evenings, weekends, holidays, and occasional short-notice assignments based on client needs
  

• High school diploma or GED
• Active Maine CNA certificate listed on the Maine CNA Registry
• Current CPR or BLS per EverHaven policy
• TB screening or risk assessment per EverHaven policy
  

• At least 1 year CNA experience preferred (home care, assisted living, long-term care, or hospital)
• Experience with dementia, Alzheimer’s disease, or complex chronic conditions strongly preferred
  

• Strong clinical observation skills for early recognition of changes in condition
• Clear verbal and written communication and accurate documentation
• Ability to follow RN-developed plans and EverHaven procedures
  

• Ability to perform transfers, repositioning, and mobility support using proper body mechanics and approved assistive devices.
• EverHaven follows safe patient handling practices: manual patient lifting is generally limited to about 35 pounds under best conditions. Heavier transfers require assistive equipment and/or team assist.
• Frequent standing, walking, bending, and repositioning.
• Ability to navigate stairs and small or cluttered home environments.

Our CNAs support client dignity, independence, and well-being through compassionate, skilled care in the home while honoring EverHaven’s non-medical scope of practice. EverHaven is committed to an inclusive workplace free from discrimination and harassment. Employment decisions are based on job-related qualifications and agency needs.

Employment with EverHaven is at-will. This posting is not a contract and does not guarantee employment, wages, schedules, hours, benefits, differentials, or program availability. Maine recognizes at-will employment in most cases.