Hospice CNA

CNA Job Description

Job Summary

We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated CNA to join our healthcare team. Your primary focus will be on delivering high-quality patient care while ensuring adherence to HIPAA regulations and maintaining accurate medical records. The ideal candidate will have experience in hospice care. Serving the Golden Triangle areas.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct patient care to patient under direction of the RN and according to the Aide Plan of Care. Provides necessary skills to assist the patient with safe transfers and ambulation per the Hospice policy.
• Provides necessary skill to appropriately report changes and document pertinent information and care rendered to patient to ensure continuity of care. Practices accepted infection control principles. Provide a clean, safe, and comfortable environment.
• Promotes positive, supportive, respectful communication to patient/family and other employees.
• Provides an environment which promotes respect for patient, privacy, and property.
• Provides skills necessary to assist the patient with proper nutrition and adequate fluid intake. Contributes to the management and efficient operation of the Hospice and demonstrate effective time management skills.
• Provides skills necessary to perform treatments and procedures according to the Hospice policy.
• Promotes the Hospice philosophy and administrative policies to ensure quality of care.
• Qualifications
• High school diploma or equivalent; completion of a Nursing Assistant training program preferred.
• At least one year experience preferred as a Hospice Aide or Nursing Assistant in a hospital, nursing home, home health agency, hospice or long-term care facility or completion of Certified Nursing Assistant or Certified Home Health Aide Program.
• Certification as a Nursing Assistant (CNA) is highly desirable.
• Knowledge of HIPAA regulations and commitment to maintaining patient confidentiality.
• Ability to lift patients safely and assist with mobility requirements.
• Strong communication skills and a compassionate approach to patient care.
• Willingness to work flexible hours as needed to meet patient needs.

Join our team and help us raise the standard of care!

Pay: $18.00 - $22.00 per hour

Benefits

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Paid training
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person