CNA - Hospice Aide (sign on bonus)

Chapters Health System•Hudson, FL

1d•$16 - $24

About The Position

It's inspiring to work with apany w people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing! When you be part of the Chapters Health Team, you'll realize it's more than a job. It's a mission. We'remitted to providing outstanding patient care and a high level of customer service in ourmunities every day. Our employees make all the difference in our success! The CNA performs personal care, homemaker assistance and defined nursing procedures for patients and their caregivers while under RN direction and supervision.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED or an equivalentbination of education and experience
Current certification as CNA in the state in which employee will be working
Active BLS for healthcare professionals from the American Heart Association or Red Cross.
For current Hope Employees: BLS should be obtained by January 1, 2025
For current Capital Caring employees: BLS should be obtained by November 1, 2024
Mobile Driver - Valid driver's license and automobile insurance per Company policy
Reliable transportation to meet work schedule
Ability to use equipment with visual and auditory mechanisms
Ability tomunicate (written and verbal) in English
Ability to manage the emotional stress of working with and caring for ill patients and their families
Ability to perform the essential functions and physical requirements (including, but not limited to: lifting patients and/or equipment, bending, pushing/pulling, kneeling) of the job with or without reasonable amodation
Must be able to physically access any home or facility in assigned area (i.e., navigate stairs and narrow spaces, tolerate heat and lack of air conditioning)
Must be able/willing to have contact with individuals withmunicable diseases
Satisfactorilypletepetency requirements for this position
Represent Company professionally at all times through care delivered and/or services provided to all clients
Comply with all State, federal and local government regulations, maintaining a strong position against fraud and abuse
Comply with Company policies, procedures and standard practices
Observe Company's health, safety and security practices
Maintain the confidentiality of patients, families, colleagues and other sensitive situations within Company
Use resources in a fiscally responsible manner
Promote Company through participation inmunity and professionalanizations
Participate proactively in improving performance at theanizational, departmental and individual levels • Improve own professional knowledge and skill level
Advance electronic media skills.
Supportpany research and educational activities
expertise with co-workers both formally and informally
Participate in Quality Assessment and Performance Improvement activities as appropriate for the position.
This position requires consent to drug and/or alcohol testing after a conditional offer of employment is made, as well as on-goingpliance with the Drug-Free Workplace Policy.

Nice To Haves

Minimum of six (6) months of CNA or Home Health Aide experience preferred

Responsibilities

Maintainspetencies/contact hours as required by Company and regulations.
Provides only patient/caregiver services according to written Aide/Caregiver Plan of Care and Company policies and procedure.
Practices safe and proper body mechanics relative to moving, positioning and transferring patients.
Assists patient and or caregiver in maintaining a clean and safe home.
Provides caregiver relief as part of the Plan of Care.
Transports supplies, lab specimens, documents and other items needed to meet the Plan of Care as requested by the RN.
Under the direction or supervision of an RN, the Aide may perform activities that promote activities of daily living.
Contributes to the development of the Plan of Care by reporting observations to RN.
Communicates any significant issues or symptoms to the RN or Clinical Manager.
During times of emergencies (i.e. Hurricanes, etc.), the LPN may be required to report to work at a location designated by thepany, to ensure continuity of services. This may include reporting to work ahead of your scheduled date/time due to planned lock down of unit, and staying overnight(s) based on duration of emergency
Performs other duties as assigned.