CNA Hospice, FT

JKV Careers•Lee's Summit, MO

About The Position

The CNA Hospice provides personal care services to terminally ill patients and performs related tasks according to the Hospice Aide Plan of Care, as assigned and delegated by the RN Case Manager. The role supports the Village’s mission, values, and service/hospitality (PRIDE) expectations and completes training required by policy. Work hours are based on client needs. The position operates in a field setting, requires travel between locations when needed, and involves exposure to infectious diseases and potentially outdoor elements while accessing patients’ residences. The associate works under the supervision of the Village Hospice Clinical Manager and provides no supervision.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED, or a combination of education, training, and/or experience typically acquired through a course of study leading to one.
Missouri CNA certification if working in Missouri; Kansas CNA and Home Health Aide certification if working in Kansas.
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or ability to obtain it before direct patient contact.
Valid driver’s license and proof of auto insurance.
Ability to work independently and be self-directed within the scope of the role’s accountabilities.
Knowledge of the physical, psychosocial, and spiritual needs of terminally ill patients and their caregivers.
Knowledge and skills to provide care to and communicate with primarily geriatric patients.
Effective written, verbal, and listening skills, including the ability to communicate clearly and confirm understanding.
Ability to develop and maintain positive working relationships with coworkers and clients through timeliness and mutual respect.
Ability to set priorities and manage time effectively.
Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating instructions, handbooks, and procedure manuals; write simple sentences, paragraphs, and correspondence; present information in one-on-one and small-group settings; and perform basic arithmetic.
Ability to meet the stated physical demands, including lifting, carrying, pushing and pulling, reaching, bending, coordination, balance, sitting, standing, and walking.

Nice To Haves

Two years of recent experience as a Certified Nursing Assistant, with at least one year in hospice, is preferred.
Certified Hospice and Palliative Nursing Assistant (CHPNA) certification is recommended.

Responsibilities

Provide personal care and assist with activities of daily living and other duties within scope of practice, as directed by the RN Case Manager.
Follow the Hospice Aide Plan of Care.
Notify the RN Case Manager of refusals of care or visits, changes in condition, and changes in patient needs during or immediately after visits.
Document care and communications with the RN Case Manager and/or other interdisciplinary team members.
Complete documentation at the bedside, lock visits at the end of each visit, and synchronize documentation at least at the beginning and end of the day.
Follow departmental policies, procedures, standards, safety regulations, and Village Hospice standards of practice.
Attend staff meetings and educational in-services as required by the agency.
Use other team members as appropriate.
Maintain acceptable workplace conduct, handle stress effectively, and work well with colleagues and customers.
Assist other departments in a declared emergency when called upon.