Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Hospice, Labor Pool
About The Position
Works under the supervision of a Care Manager (RN or PT) to provide personal care, comfort measures, environmental services, and specified treatments to hospice patients, including patients requiring special precautions. The role requires the knowledge and skills to provide age-appropriate care and an understanding of growth and development across the lifespan, following departmental policies and procedures. The aide promotes and maintains a safe environment for staff and patients, incorporating national patient safety initiatives. Reliable transportation is required for assigned home care and hospice visits. Weekend and holiday work may be required as census and staffing needs dictate.
Requirements
- Be at least 25 years of age.
- Have at least five years of acceptable driving record.
- Hold a valid driver’s license and auto insurance policy.
- Have a reliable vehicle for transportation and assigned home care or hospice visits.
- Hold a Certified Nurse Aid (CNA) certification from the Virginia Department of Health Professions (VDHP).
- Obtain CPR/BLS certification from the American Heart Association, American Red Cross, or American Safety and Health Institute within 30 days.
- Drive a personal vehicle for Riverside Health System business at least 25% of the time to perform essential job functions.
Nice To Haves
- Prior Nurse Aide work experience in a home care setting.
Responsibilities
- Provide personal care, comfort measures, environmental services, and specified treatments for assigned patients according to department standards.
- Assist clients with personal hygiene, ambulation, exercise, and medications that are ordinarily self-administered, in accordance with state regulations.
- Report changes in a client’s condition or needs to the assigned supervising Registered Nurse.
- Provide nutritional support and other supportive tasks as needed, directed, or specified by the case manager.
- Perform hospice aide duties consistent with hospice aide training and permitted under state law.
- Ensure necessary equipment, instruments, and supplies are available to support positive patient outcomes.
- Recognize emergency situations and respond competently.
- Maintain a clean, safe, and orderly work and patient environment by cleaning work areas and equipment, stocking supplies, and storing equipment properly.
- Assist with and participate in training and support for team members, volunteers, and students.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
