CNA Patient Care Unit PRN

AMOREM•Lenoir, NC

4d•Onsite

About The Position

This position will cover either AM or PM shifts for AMOREM's patient care unit in Boone. To assist the nurse in managing the overall delivery of patient and family holistic care at the bedside and to promote a positive end-of-life experience - focusing on respect, accountability, integrity, stewardship and excellence throughout the experience.

Requirements

Knowledge of and commitment to the hospice philosophy of care
Ability to work on an interdisciplinary team
Ability to work a flexible schedule
Willingness to work with patients/families regardless of race, color, creed, age or sexual orientation
High School diploma required
Graduate of a Certified Assistant Training Program I
Current listing on NC State Registry
CPR Certification
Must have an automobile with required insurance coverage and state driver’s license
PRN employees must complete one 12-hour shift in 90 days

Responsibilities

Follow all infection control procedures
Administer daily care in an efficient safe manner: Assist with ambulation, Assist with diets/special nourishments, Change bed linens as needed
Perform duties safely and accurately, documenting results appropriately as directed by RN: Skin care, Collect specimens, Intake and output, Vital signs, Enemas
Observe patient’s condition and report changes or concerns to the RN timely
Assist in admission, transfer and discharge of patients
Answer call lights promptly by regulatory standard
Assist other staff in completing their assignments as requested
Ensure all safety measures are in place per plan of care
Assure patient/facility laundry is appropriately cleaned and stocked
Assist with cleaning patient rooms, as needed per checklist
Other duties as assigned by nurse, within scope of responsibility, as defined by the North Carolina Board of Nursing