Certified Nursing Assistant - Continuum of Care

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Job Opportunity

Certified Nursing Assistant, Continuum of Care

Department

Home Health and Hospice

Location

SSM Health

Position Details

• Schedule: Full-time scheduled 40 hours a week
• Shift: Days
• Hours: 8am to 4:30pm
• Required Certification : Wisconsin State-issued CNA Certification
• Required License: Wisconsin State issued Driver’s License

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to work independently with strong sense of autonomy
• Previous CNA experience in long-term care or hospital setting
• Flexibility and adaptability
• Willingness to learn and follow patient care plans as directed by RN
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality care

Job Summary

Assists in performing a variety of nursing care services for patients in a home health and hospice setting.Job Responsibilities and Requirements:

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Receives patient care assignment from the registered nurse (RN) in charge. Initiates delegated tasks based on demonstrated competence in performing nursing activities for specific patient age group served.
• Collects and documents data for the admission assessment and reassessment at specific times for patient population. Documents and provides appropriate data to the RN and/or LPN for analysis and validation of patient’s response to care or treatment and when significant change occurs in the patient’s condition.
• Contributes to safety and quality care by relaying information via charting and communicating to team members.
• Informs licensed nurse of any changes in patient condition/needs, of patient complaints, and of patient/significant other educational needs.
• Answers patients’ calls for help, takes their vital signs, and monitors their behavior and physical condition for progress or deterioration. Assists with baths, ambulating, feed...