Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)- Inpatient PRN Day/Night

Bluegrass Care Navigators•Lexington, KY

12d

About The Position

The Certified Nursing Assistant is a para-professional member of the hospice team who works under the supervision of a registered nurse and performs various services for a patient as necessary to meet the patient's personal needs, to promote the patient's comfort, and a safe environment. The Certified Nursing Assistant is responsible for observing patients and reporting/documenting these observations and the services provided.

Requirements

Is at least eighteen years of age and is a high school graduate or equivalent.
Is currently a State Registered Nurse Aide through the State Board of Nursing.
Proof of completion of recognized CNA training program.
Has ability to read and follow written instructions and document given care.
Satisfactory references from previous employers.
Is self-directing with the ability to work with little direct supervision.
Has empathy for the needs of the ill, frail, and impaired.
Understands philosophy of hospice care and needs of the terminally ill.
Demonstrates tact, patience, and good personal hygiene.
Team Members will be expected to comply with Bluegrass Care Navigators Employee Health, infectious disease, and vaccination policies.
This position does not require the team member to maintain a valid driver’s license or to drive a motor vehicle as a part of their regular assigned duties. However, if the team member does elect to drive a motor vehicle while in the performance of their job duties, they must maintain a valid driver’s license in the state in which they reside, and they must comply with state insurance laws governing liability, property damage, and bodily injury.