CNA Hospice, FT

John Knox Village•Lee's Summit, MO

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for providing personal care service to the terminally ill patient and performs related tasks in accordance with the Hospice Aide Plan of Care as assigned and delegated by the RN Case Manager. Supportive of the Village’s mission, values, and service/hospitality (PRIDE) expectations. Completes training as required by policy.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Missouri CNA certification required if working in Missouri; Kansas CNA and Home Health Aide certification required if working in Kansas.
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or ability to obtain prior to direct patient contact.
Must have a valid driver’s license and proof of auto insurance.
Ability to work in a field setting.
Must be able to work independently and is self-directed within the scope of his/her accountabilities.
Knowledge of physical, psychosocial and spiritual needs of terminally ill patients and their caregivers.
Must have knowledge and skills necessary to provide care to and communicate with primarily the geriatric population.
Effective written, verbal, and listening skills by providing feedback in a way that it is clear the message was understood.
Develops and maintains positive working relationships with co-workers and clients by being timely and establishing a climate of trust, confidence and mutual respect.
Sets priorities and manages time effectively to accomplish what needs to get done.
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating instructions, handbooks and procedures manuals.
Ability to write simple sentences, paragraphs and correspondence.
Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other associates of the organization.
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.

Nice To Haves

Two years recent experience as a Certified Nursing Assistant preferred with at least one in Hospice.
Recommended Certified Hospice and Palliative Nursing Assistant Certification (CHPNA).

Responsibilities

Provides personal care to the patient, assisting with ADL’s or any other duties within scope of practice as directed by the RN Case Manager.
Follows Aide Plan of Care.
Updates the RN Case Manager of refusal of care, refusal of visits, changes in condition, or any changes or patient needs during or immediately following visit.
Documents care provided and communications with RN Case Manager and/or other IDT members.
Completes documentation at bedside, locking all visits at completion of visit.
Synchronizes documentation, at a minimum, at the beginning and end of day.
Conforms to all departmental policies/procedures and standards.
Attends staff meetings and educational in-services per agency requirements.
Performs care consistent with Village Hospice standards of practice.
Utilizes other team members as appropriate.
Adheres to all safety regulations and requirements.
Handles stress well and gets along with others within the workplace and with customers outside the department.
Maintains acceptable standards of workplace conduct.