Hospice CNA Full Time
Bluesummithospice, Snellville, GA, United States
Job Summary
To provide personal care services to the terminally ill hospice patient as needed, under the direction of the RN. To provide assistance and understanding to the family and in time of bereavement. To work as a member of the Hospice team in providing Hospice care within the guidelines of the IDG care plan.
Qualifications
Educational/Degree:
High school diploma or GED.
Training/Licensure:
Graduate from an approved training and competency course.
Knowledge/Skills/Ability:
Must meet state or federal (in absence of state) Home Health Aide training and competency requirements. Ability to work independently, make accurate, and at times, quick judgments. Ability to respond appropriately to crisis outside of a hospital setting. Acceptance of and adaptability to different social, racial, cultural and religious modes.
Experience:
Minimum 2 years of experience as a nursing assistant, preferred. Active patient contact within past three years, preferred.
Job Factors
Physical Requirements
Requires considerable physical effort most of the day including kneeling, squatting, reaching, twisting, climbing, walking, exposure to temperature and humidity changes and maximal assist in lifting and/or transferring of a 100 pound patient. Must possess sight/hearing senses or use appropriate adaptive devices that will enable senses to function at a level required to meet the essential duties of the position. Must provide evidence of annual TB test and other state-required tests or examinations.
Mental Requirements
Must be able to work independently, make judgments based on assessments and data available and act accordingly. Must be flexible, innovative and possess good interpersonal skills. Must be able to cope with mental and emotional stress and demonstrate emotional stability.
Working Conditions
Be able to tolerate exposure to elements including, but not limited to, odors, blood, body fluids and excrements, adverse environmental conditions and hazardous materials.
Transportation
Must have a current valid driver’s license, auto liability insurance and reliable transportation.
Essential Functions
Provide essential personal care assistance to the patient under the direction of the RN, including bathing, oral and skin care, use of bedpan or commode, bed transfers, ambulation, range‑of‑motion exercises, incidental household services, taking vital signs, and assisting with shopping.
Provide emotional support and compassionate care to the patient and family unit, offering encouragement and practicing patience in voice and manner.
Maintain required competency and skills through documented initial and ongoing supervision and evaluation by the RN every 14 days, and participation in the annual performance review.
Report any changes in the patient’s condition or family situation immediately by calling the Hospice office and notifying the RN.
Practice Standard Precautions according to OSHA regulations and policy.
Adhere to all policies and procedural guidelines.
Attend at least twelve (12) hours of inservice education programs per year.
Maintain current certification as required by the State.
Maintain current knowledge and practice of infectious disease protocols.
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To provide personal care services to the terminally ill hospice patient as needed, under the direction of the RN. To provide assistance and understanding to the family and in time of bereavement. To work as a member of the Hospice team in providing Hospice care within the guidelines of the IDG care plan.
Qualifications
Educational/Degree:
High school diploma or GED.
Training/Licensure:
Graduate from an approved training and competency course.
Knowledge/Skills/Ability:
Must meet state or federal (in absence of state) Home Health Aide training and competency requirements. Ability to work independently, make accurate, and at times, quick judgments. Ability to respond appropriately to crisis outside of a hospital setting. Acceptance of and adaptability to different social, racial, cultural and religious modes.
Experience:
Minimum 2 years of experience as a nursing assistant, preferred. Active patient contact within past three years, preferred.
Job Factors
Physical Requirements
Requires considerable physical effort most of the day including kneeling, squatting, reaching, twisting, climbing, walking, exposure to temperature and humidity changes and maximal assist in lifting and/or transferring of a 100 pound patient. Must possess sight/hearing senses or use appropriate adaptive devices that will enable senses to function at a level required to meet the essential duties of the position. Must provide evidence of annual TB test and other state-required tests or examinations.
Mental Requirements
Must be able to work independently, make judgments based on assessments and data available and act accordingly. Must be flexible, innovative and possess good interpersonal skills. Must be able to cope with mental and emotional stress and demonstrate emotional stability.
Working Conditions
Be able to tolerate exposure to elements including, but not limited to, odors, blood, body fluids and excrements, adverse environmental conditions and hazardous materials.
Transportation
Must have a current valid driver’s license, auto liability insurance and reliable transportation.
Essential Functions
Provide essential personal care assistance to the patient under the direction of the RN, including bathing, oral and skin care, use of bedpan or commode, bed transfers, ambulation, range‑of‑motion exercises, incidental household services, taking vital signs, and assisting with shopping.
Provide emotional support and compassionate care to the patient and family unit, offering encouragement and practicing patience in voice and manner.
Maintain required competency and skills through documented initial and ongoing supervision and evaluation by the RN every 14 days, and participation in the annual performance review.
Report any changes in the patient’s condition or family situation immediately by calling the Hospice office and notifying the RN.
Practice Standard Precautions according to OSHA regulations and policy.
Adhere to all policies and procedural guidelines.
Attend at least twelve (12) hours of inservice education programs per year.
Maintain current certification as required by the State.
Maintain current knowledge and practice of infectious disease protocols.
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