CNA Home Care

Columbus Hospice•Columbus, GA

12h

About The Position

The CNA Home Care position provides personal care to hospice patients to increase comfort and maintain personal hygiene. The CNA works under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse and reports significant changes in a patient’s condition. Duties may be adjusted by the nurse based on the patient’s needs and the CNA’s ability. Personnel and administrative matters are supervised by the CNA Staffing Supervisor. The CNA must protect confidential information and represent Columbus Hospice in a positive, professional manner. The role includes following individualized care plans, documenting care in patient charts, supporting patients and families with professionalism and sensitivity, maintaining a clean and safe environment, completing assigned duties, and participating in required hospice training. The position requires regular lifting and moving of more than 100 pounds using established lifting procedures, as well as working in home-care environments that may vary.

Requirements

Certified Nursing Assistant certificate from a college, technical school, or equivalent training program.
At least one year of recent experience as a Certified Nursing Assistant.
Valid CNA certification.
CPR certification.
Valid driver’s license and satisfactory motor vehicle record.
Car insurance that meets Columbus Hospice policy.
Influenza vaccine during influenza season (October–March).
Ability to apply common-sense understanding to written, oral, or diagrammed instructions and address problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Ability to communicate effectively one-on-one and in small groups with customers, clients, and employees.
Ability to meet the physical demands of the role, including regularly lifting or moving more than 100 pounds using established lifting procedures.

Responsibilities

Provide personal care, including bathing, oral hygiene, skin care, and hair care.
Measure and record blood pressure, temperature, pulse, and respirations according to the plan of care or nurse direction.
Transfer patients between beds, chairs, and commodes.
Assist patients with ambulation and prescribed exercise.
Change patient bed linens and assist with feeding.
Report changes in patients’ conditions to the Registered Nurse.
Follow each patient’s individualized care plan and maintain records of care in patient charts.
Recognize patients’ and families’ emotional status and respond appropriately and professionally.
Maintain patient confidentiality and protect confidential information about patients, staff, and Columbus Hospice operations.
Complete assigned duties such as restocking and cleaning, and help maintain a clean, safe, and comfortable environment.
Participate in required hospice training, including 15 hours of continuing education annually and competency checks per policy.
Attend or participate in one Memorial Service per year, per policy.
Represent the company professionally; complete responsibilities thoroughly and use good judgment.
Seek assistance from the immediate supervisor when unsure about a task or responsibility.
Meet attendance requirements and arrive promptly for work.
Assist with special projects and perform other duties as assigned and appropriate to the level of practice.