CNA- Certified Nursing Assistant

BRISTOL HOSPICE LLC • Fall River, MA

9d • $22 - $27 • Hybrid

About The Position

Bristol Hospice is seeking compassionate Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) with a heart for patients and families to join their team. The CNA plays a vital role as a member of the Interdisciplinary Group Team, working under the supervision of a Registered Nurse to provide personal care and promote patient comfort. Bristol Hospice is a nationwide leader dedicated to providing family-centered hospice services with respect, dignity, and compassion.

Requirements

• Must be a Certified Nursing Assistant (applicable for all States)
• Must have completed a minimum of 75 hours of classroom and supervised practical training
• Licensed driver with automobile that is insured in accordance with organization/state requirements and is in good working order
• Willingness to submit to a criminal background check prior to hire and annually thereafter
• Current CPR certification

Nice To Haves

• One (1) year experience in community health/hospice or medical/surgical environments
• Ability to read and follow written instructions
• An understanding of hospice philosophy and comfort providing specialized care to the terminally ill
• Ability to work autonomously with little direct supervision
• Successfully demonstrate tact, patience and good personal hygiene
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Strong organizational skills
• Understanding of plan of care documentation
• Flexible in work hours to ensure the patients receive care as provided in the plan of care
• Ability to empathize with the needs of the ill, injured, frail and impaired
• Comfortable addressing issues of death/dying
• Calm demeanor when entering the patients home

Responsibilities

• Perform personal care needs as assigned, attending to patient requests promptly and reporting any inability to perform tasks to the Case Manager.
• Utilize positive communication techniques with patients and families, maintaining confidentiality and ethical standards.
• Ensure patient safety by using equipment properly and safely.
• Provide personal care including baths, back rubs, oral hygiene, shampoos, and changing bed linens as assigned.
• Assist patients with dressing and undressing as assigned.
• Plan and prepare nutritious meals, including shopping, as assigned.
• Assist with feeding patients as assigned.
• Take and record vital signs (temperature, pulse, respiration, blood pressure) when ordered and with demonstrated skills competency.
• Provide proper care and observation of patient's skin to prevent breakdown.
• Assess and report on patient condition and significant changes to the Case Manager, being aware of interpersonal issues within the household.
• Assist with ambulation and exercise as instructed by the hospice nurse or therapist.
• Provide normal range of motion and transfers/positioning as directed.
• Assist with self-administered medications as allowed by state regulations (e.g., providing reminders).
• Offer and assist with bedpan and urinal aid as assigned.
• Aid with light laundry needs if necessary.
• Perform range of motion and other simple procedures as an extensional therapy service, as ordered with demonstrated skills competency.
• Provide respite for patient's family/caregiver when on-site, as appropriate.
• Maintain patient's living area in a clean and orderly condition as assigned.
• Adhere to the organization's documentation and care procedures and standards of personal and professional conduct.
• Participate in quality assessment performance improvement teams and activities.
• Respect patient and family/caregiver environment and patient's personal needs.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Tuition Reimbursement
• PTO and Paid Holidays
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, and more
• HSA & 401(k) available
• Mileage Reimbursement for applicable positions
• Advanced training programs
• Passionate company culture committed to the highest standard of care in the hospice industry

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed