Certified Nursing Assistant Days
About The Position
The Certified Nursing Assistant functions as a member of the interdisciplinary team, assisting with the implementation and delivery of clinical services to patients and families. The CNA provides care to Treasure Coast Hospice patients as directed by a Registered Nurse and, under the RN’s direct supervision, follows the plan of care to provide comprehensive patient and family support. The position includes personal care, mobility assistance, household services related to patient safety and comfort, and appropriate reporting and documentation. The CNA must follow organizational standards and procedures, maintain patient confidentiality and professional boundaries, and comply with safety and infection-control practices. The role may require emergency duty before, during, or beyond normal work hours or days, including at evacuation sites. The work location is smoke-free, and the employee must adhere to smoking restrictions.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
- Certified Nursing Assistant credential from the Florida State Board of Nursing.
- Obtain Certified Hospice and Palliative Nursing Assistant (CHPNA) certification within 12 months.
- Maintain current CPR (BLS) certification.
- Knowledge of EMR systems.
- Maintain a valid Florida driver’s license and current auto insurance.
- Demonstrate clinical competency upon hire and annually thereafter.
- Ability to read, write, and verbally report clinical information to patients, caregivers, and Hospice staff.
- Complete 12 hours of continuing education annually and meet additional company requirements.
- Ability to handle sensitive issues and work well with others.
- Attendance is a condition of employment.
- Ability to perform each essential duty satisfactorily; reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.
- Ability to meet the physical demands described, including lifting up to 50 pounds and transferring patients between a bed, chair, and toilet.
Nice To Haves
- High school diploma or equivalent.
Responsibilities
- Assist the interdisciplinary team in implementing and delivering clinical services to patients and families.
- Provide patient care as directed by the Registered Nurse and in accordance with the plan of care.
- Uphold Treasure Coast Hospice/Model Standards for patient visits and compliant documentation, and understand and follow each standard.
- Report all concerns about patients or families to the RN Supervisor.
- Perform household services to maintain a safe and sanitary environment in areas of the home used by the patient.
- Provide light cleaning and laundering essential to the patient’s comfort and cleanliness.
- Provide bed, sponge, tub, or shower baths; hair shampooing; nail and skin care; and oral hygiene.
- Use safe transfer techniques and assist with ambulation, range of motion, and positioning.
- Ensure adequate patient nutrition and fluid intake.
- Follow standards, policies, procedures, and state and federal regulations.
- Maintain professional boundaries and patient confidentiality.
- Plan, organize, and prioritize work effectively and efficiently, maintaining a positive and professional image in challenging work environments.
- Follow safety and infection-control procedures, including handwashing, use of disposable gloves when indicated, and proper disposal of soiled material.
- Fulfill assigned responsibilities related to the organization’s strategic plan.
- Perform emergency duties as required in a crisis, disaster, or other emergency, including at evacuation sites.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
