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Clinical Nursing Assistant (CNA) - Hospice

The University of Kansas Health System · Olathe, Kansas, US

Position Title Clinical Nursing Assistant (CNA) - Hospice Olathe Health Hospice House Hospital 15310 S. Marion St.

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Position Title Clinical Nursing Assistant (CNA) - Hospice Olathe Health Hospice House Hospital 15310 S. Marion St. Position Summary / Career Interest: The primary function of this position is to provide assistance with activities of daily living to Hospice House patients in need of such assistance, under the Plan of Care and direction of a Registered Nurse. To provide comfort and enforce when needed the plan of care to patients and family. Responsibilities and Essential Job Functions: - "Consistently meets work schedule. - All other duties as assigned. - Provides direct personal care for hospice patients as guided by care plan from Registered Nurse. - Reports unexpected clinical findings to RN immediately. Answers patient call system promptly. - Responds to critical situations in an appropriate manner. - Maintains a safe environment for patients, including infection control. - Effectively manages the hospice patient's pain and comfort within the scope of practice. Reports and documents measures as needed. - Regularly attends and participates in Hospice House IDT meetings. - Completes all documentation consistent with regulatory guidelines and department policies. - Provides direct...