Full-Time Hospice Aide - Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA)

Job description

Description Shift: 5am start time mandatory when needed General Position Description: The Hospice Aide provides personal healthcare and related services to the patient in their place of residence, assists in providing a safe and clean environment, works cooperatively with the patient and family, and shares observations and problems with the supervisor. The aide works under the direction and supervision of a registered nurse and reports to the Hospice Administrator. Role Expectations: #HighLC2 - Provides direct patient care to patient under the direction of the RN and according to the Aide Plan of Care that supports patient/family needs are met. - 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 with patients/family and other employees. - Provides an environment that promotes respect for patients, privacy, and propert...