CNA - Hospice Aide

Chapters Health System • Orlando, FL

222d

About The Position

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

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Current certification as CNA in the state in which employee will be working.
• Minimum of six (6) months of CNA or Home Health Aide experience.
• Active BLS for healthcare professionals from the American Heart Association or Red Cross.
• 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 to communicate (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 of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Must be able to physically access any home or facility in assigned area.
• Must be able/willing to have contact with individuals with communicable diseases.

Responsibilities

• Maintain competencies/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.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Ambulatory Health Care Services
• Education Level: High school or GED