CNA (In-Patient Hospice Facility) - Night Shift- Per Diem - Carlsbad, CA, USA
About The Position
Hospice of the North Coast hires passionate individuals eager to join our agency's mission: to deliver compassionate, personalized care to patients and their families during end-of-life transitions. We hire individuals who wish to thrive on playing a unique role in a person's life. They are compassionate clinicians and administrative staff who take pride in serving as advocates for each and every patient and who are fulfilled by being part of a very intimate stage of life. Collectively we serve patients, their families, and the community. Are you looking for a fulfilling role that will allow you to make a difference in a patient's life? Please apply today! Position Summary: Per Diem, NOC Shift 8:00pm to 8:30am, mainly weekend support, mostly on Saturdays , average 2 shifts a week, with opportunities for more as the need arises. As a member of the care team the CNA provides personal care services to the terminally ill patient and performs related tasks. Duties assigned are to increase the level of comfort, and to maintain personal hygiene and a safe, healthy environment for the patient and to provide for temporary respite and relief from total care responsibilities for the primary caregiver.
Requirements
- High school graduate.
- Current Certification within the State.
- Demonstrated competency in performance of hospice aide functions.
- Ability to read, write and verbally report clinical information to patients, caregivers, and other hospice staff.
- Ability to work with dying patients and their families.
- Possesses a sympathetic attitude toward caring for the hospice patient.
- Demonstrates positive communication skills in interacting with other members of the hospice team.
- Valid driver's license and auto insurance.
- Satisfactory Criminal Background Checks.
Nice To Haves
- Certified Nursing Assistant
- Palliative Care Hospice aide desired.
Responsibilities
- Provides personal care services to the terminally ill patient.
- Performs related tasks to increase the level of comfort for the patient.
- Maintains personal hygiene and a safe, healthy environment for the patient.
- Provides temporary respite and relief from total care responsibilities for the primary caregiver.
Benefits
- Matching 401K plan
- Continuous professional and clinical training
- Holiday Pay
- EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
