Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - Hospice (Thurs-Mon or Wed-Sun)

ProCare Hospice of Nevada•Paradise, NV

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About The Position

Provides direct care to terminally ill patients and their families while functioning within a medically approved plan of care. The Certified Nurse Assistant will deliver services under the direction of the interdisciplinary team and be supervised by a registered nurse. We are hiring for shifts that cover both Saturday and Sunday

Requirements

Must be currently certified as a Certified Nurse Aide by the State Board of Nursing in the State of Nevada
CPR/First Aid Certified
Successful completion of a background check pursuant to NRS 449.188 and NRS 179A.100 along with a pre-employment drug screen and physical, TB testing, previous employment and reference checking, and an MVR (may include verification of education)
Read, speak, write, and understand the English language
Must be able to handle frequent interruptions
Must be able to cope with emotionally charged situations encompassing, patients, families, and other caregivers
Must have a valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and current auto insurance
Must have the strength and endurance required for standing, walking, lifting, bending, and pushing on a consistent basis up to 50 lbs.
Must utilize appropriate durable medical equipment as needed in a safe manner
Must use appropriate body mechanics for CNA duties as identified in the scope of practice

Nice To Haves

Prefer 1 year experience as a CNA in hospice or home health or geriatric care
Must be able to demonstrate basic CNA qualifications and successfully pass initial direct and indirect supervision competency items prior to direct care with a patient
The Home Health Aide may also be referred to as a CNA and will have the ability to perform basic homemaker services as well

Responsibilities

Fosters and maintains an effective working relationship between co-workers, patients, and other professional members of the community
Follows an individualized Plan of Care established by the interdisciplinary for each patient
Successfully demonstrates the ability to provide the following care(s) to patients: Bathing (shower, partial, full bed bath) Oral Care (for an alert patient, an unresponsive patient, and a patient with dentures) Shaving (with disposable and electric razor) Vital Signs (blood pressure, pulse, temperature, and respirations) Basic Nail Care Shampoo Patient’s Hair (in shower and in bed) Use Appropriate Dressing Techniques (for an ambulatory, wheelchair bound, bedbound and unresponsive patients) Provide Effective Skin Care Knowledge of Proper Toileting Techniques Knowledge with Proper Colostomy Care Knowledge with Urinary Bag Devices Appropriate Positioning and Body Alignment Range of Motion Activities Safe Transfer Techniques Reporting Change in Patient Condition to RN Case Manager Notify RN Case Manager when Patient Complains of Pain Basic Homemaker Services Light Housekeeping Services Laundering of Personal Clothing and Linens Meal Preparation/Feeding Companionship
Gathers data as assigned by the RN Case Manager
Assists with orientation of new CNA staff
Provides support and peer to peer education for trainees
Immediately reports any changes to the RN Case Manager or designated charge person
Reports unusual conditions, observations, and pertinent information to the RN Case Manager
Understands/provides basic principles of palliative care/pain management within the Scope of Practice
Provides personal care as assigned by the RN, which may consist of, but is not limited to, Certified Nurse Assistant duties, companionship, light housekeeping, etc.
Complies with all documentation policies/procedures, which include documentation at bedside
Completes appropriate documentation in a legible and timely manner
Demonstrates good judgment with proper decision-making abilities
Completes monthly and annual trainings as assigned by the Governing Board, Human Resources and/or Director of Nursing
Other duties as assigned
Adheres to patient rights, abuse reporting and confidentiality policies
Attends scheduled staff meetings and/or in-service trainings
Adheres to departmental dress code requirements related to uniform, personal grooming, and other attire
Participates in Performance Improvement activities as requested
Demonstrates reliability by making every attempt to report to work on time, providing proper notification for absence or tardiness and following company policies related to time off requests
Assumes responsibility for on-going personal development and continuing education
Seeks guidance from a higher authority as needed