CNA per diem

Chapters Health System•Ocala, FL

About The Position

The Per Diem CNA performs personal care, homemaker assistance, and defined nursing procedures for patients and caregivers under the direction and supervision of an RN. The role provides services according to the written Aide/Caregiver Plan of Care and company policies, helps patients maintain a clean and safe home, offers caregiver relief as part of the care plan, and reports observations and significant issues to the RN or Clinical Manager. The position may require flexible staffing or emergency reporting arrangements depending on location and circumstances.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Current CNA certification in the state where the employee will work.
Active BLS for healthcare professionals from the American Heart Association or Red Cross.
For current Hope employees, BLS must be obtained by January 1, 2025; for current Capital Caring employees, BLS must be obtained by November 1, 2024.
For mobile drivers, a valid driver's license and automobile insurance in accordance with company policy.
Reliable transportation to meet the work schedule.
Ability to use equipment with visual and auditory mechanisms.
Ability to communicate in English, both verbally and in writing.
Ability to manage the emotional stress of caring for ill patients and their families.
Ability to perform essential job functions and physical requirements, with or without reasonable accommodation, including lifting patients or equipment, bending, pushing or pulling, and kneeling.
Ability to physically access homes and facilities in the assigned area, including navigating stairs and narrow spaces and tolerating heat and lack of air conditioning.
Willingness and ability to have contact with individuals with communicable diseases.
Satisfactory completion of competency requirements for the position.
Consent to drug and/or alcohol testing after a conditional offer and ongoing compliance with the Drug-Free Workplace Policy.
Employees performing services for Florida affiliates must be submitted through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse to verify eligibility after a conditional offer and maintain ongoing eligibility.

Nice To Haves

At least six months of CNA or Home Health Aide experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Maintain competencies and contact hours as required by the company and applicable regulations.
Provide only patient and caregiver services authorized by the written Aide/Caregiver Plan of Care and company policies and procedures.
Use safe and proper body mechanics when moving, positioning, and transferring patients.
Assist patients and caregivers in maintaining a clean and safe home.
Provide caregiver relief as part of the Plan of Care.
Transport supplies, lab specimens, documents, and other items needed to meet the Plan of Care as requested by the RN.
Under RN direction or supervision, perform activities that promote activities of daily living.
Contribute to development of the Plan of Care by reporting observations to the RN.
Communicate significant issues or symptoms to the RN or Clinical Manager.
During emergencies, report to a company-designated location as required to ensure continuity of services; this may involve reporting ahead of schedule and staying overnight.
Where required, cross-train for field home, facility, or admission positions of equal licensure or certification and scope when hospice house census requires flexible staffing.
Represent the company professionally and provide care and services to clients.
Comply with government regulations and company policies, procedures, and standard practices, including requirements intended to prevent fraud and abuse.
Observe company health, safety, and security practices and maintain confidentiality.
Use resources responsibly and participate in community, professional, performance-improvement, research, educational, and quality-assessment activities as appropriate.
Improve professional knowledge, skills, and electronic media skills, and share expertise with coworkers.
Perform other duties as assigned.