Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA)-Field

Partners In Care•Central Oregon, OR

31d•$22 - $30

About The Position

Partners In Care (PIC) is an independent 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization and the largest, oldest provider of home health, palliative care, and hospice services in Central Oregon. Serving Deschutes, Crook, and Jefferson counties, our dedicated team of over 200 employees and 200 volunteers delivers compassionate, patient-centered care across a 10,000-square-mile area. Additionally, Hospice House in Bend, Oregon, is a specialty hospital for inpatient hospice care, creating an oasis of tranquility and comfort for patients and their families. Status: Full Time (hourly/non-exempt) 32-40 hours per week. Hours : 8 AM to 5 PM- Thursday-Monday. Work outside of these hours may be required. Location : This role involves local/regional travel throughout Central Oregon via personal vehicle during the workday, including visits to patients' homes and facilities. Summary/Objective: The Home Care Aide is a paraprofessional member of the interdisciplinary team who works under the direct or indirect supervision of a registered nurse or therapist. The aide practices within the scope of their practice defined by the State Board of Nursing and adheres to the plan of care. The aide is responsible for observing the patient, documenting, and reporting to the care manager the patient’s status.

Requirements

Unencumbered Oregon CNA license.
Ability to pass a reference check, background test, drug screen, and TB test.
Graduate of an accredited CNA program.
At least 18 years of age.
One to two years of recent medical care experience in an institutional setting.
Valid CPR Certification.
Current automobile insurance, a valid Oregon driver’s license, and reliable transportation.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively within an interdisciplinary team.
Compassion, empathy, and dedication to patient care.

Nice To Haves

Ideal candidates will possess 1-2 years of home health or hospice experience (preferred).

Responsibilities

Communicates in a professional and caring manner to the patient, family, and/or caregivers while maintaining confidentiality of patient and related health information.
Alerts nursing staff if there is a change in the patient’s behavior or condition or the patient requires assistance or other nursing intervention outside the scope of practice.
Schedules initial visit in a timely manner after order received from care manager and plan of care developed.
Schedules repeat visits in conjunction with patient, family, facility and adheres to ordered visit frequency.
Assesses the patient’s ability to tolerate treatment before beginning care.
Assesses patient condition after care.
Provides personal care as outlined on the plan of care, maintaining patient privacy while demonstrating sensitivity to patient comfort and privacy.
Meets the safety needs of the patient and self by utilizing good body mechanics and proper use of equipment.
Provides extension of therapy services by assistance in ambulation or exercise as delegated by the therapist and outlined in the plan of care.
Coordinates with care manager to ensure plan of care is updated and accurate and reports any changes in patient’s condition.
Documents all patient care with proficiency in compliance with policies, procedures and regulatory agencies.
Obtains and documents patient vital signs and communicates changes/concerns as outlined on the plan of care to the care manager.
Assesses patient pain utilizing organization pain scales and reports to care manager per plan of care.
Observes patient’s skin and provides appropriate care to prevent or mitigate breakdown of tissue.
Performs certain functions when delegated by the registered nurse as outlined by the State Board of Nursing delegation rules including assisting with other tasks and duties as outlined on plan of care and scope of practice.
Participates in educational programs and in-service meetings as requested.
Completes at least 12 hours continuing education per calendar year related to area of specialization to remain current in the field.
Complies with all applicable laws, regulations, policies and procedures.
Adheres to the PIC mission and values.
Supports the organization.