CNA-Hospice (PRN) - El Paso, TX
About The Position
The Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or Hospice Aide provides personal healthcare and related services to patients in their homes, assists in maintaining a safe and clean environment, works cooperatively with patients and families, and shares observations and concerns with the supervisor. The role works under the direction and supervision of a registered nurse and provides care according to the Aide Plan of Care. The posting identifies El Paso, Texas, as the coverage area, though it also contains a reference to covering North Houston and surrounding areas. The aide supports safe transfers and ambulation, nutrition and fluid intake, treatments and procedures, infection control, and continuity of care through timely reporting and documentation. The role requires travel to patients' homes, a flexible schedule, reliable transportation, and the ability to handle the physical and interpersonal demands of hospice care.
Requirements
- Successfully complete one of the listed aide training or competency pathways: a training program and competency evaluation meeting Medicare regulation §418.76(b)(c); a competency evaluation program meeting §418.76(c); a state-approved nurse aide training and competency evaluation program with good standing on the state nurse aide registry; or a state licensure program meeting §418.76(b)(c).
- Successfully complete the Aide Competency Evaluation Skills Checklist meeting §418.76(c) and a written Skills Test.
- Be able to read, write, and verbally report clinical information to patients, representatives, caregivers, and hospice staff.
- Demonstrate interest in the welfare of ill and elderly people.
- Have reliable transportation, current auto insurance, and a current driver's license.
- Be able to work a flexible schedule and travel locally.
- Be able to stand and walk for prolonged periods, lift up to 50 pounds, and move patients.
- Be able to work under stressful conditions, meet deadlines, identify patient needs, make quick decisions, and address patient and family needs.
- Have eye-hand coordination and manual dexterity.
- Be able to use durable medical equipment in the home.
Nice To Haves
- High school diploma preferred.
- At least one year of experience preferred as a Hospice Aide or Nursing Assistant in a hospital, nursing home, home health agency, hospice, or long-term care facility.
- Completion of a Certified Nursing Assistant or Certified Home Health Aide program.
Responsibilities
- Provide direct patient care under the direction of the registered nurse and according to the Aide Plan of Care.
- Assist patients with safe transfers and ambulation in accordance with hospice policy.
- Report changes in patients' conditions and document pertinent information and care provided to support continuity of care.
- Follow accepted infection control principles.
- Maintain a clean, safe, and comfortable patient environment.
- Communicate positively, supportively, and respectfully with patients, families, and other employees.
- Respect patients' privacy and property.
- Assist patients with proper nutrition and adequate fluid intake.
- Contribute to efficient hospice operations and demonstrate effective time management.
- Participate in the QAPI program.
- Perform treatments and procedures according to hospice policy.
- Promote the hospice philosophy and administrative policies and present a positive image.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
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Education Level
High school or GED
