CNA - PACE Program - Home Care

Chapters Health•Cape Coral, FL

10d

About The Position

The CNA provides home care visits to PACE program participants in the community, assisting with activities of daily living (ADLs) and instrumental activities of daily living (IADLs). The role performs personal care, hygiene, and homemaking services in accordance with written and oral instructions from the primary nurse and applicable Hope Hospice policies and procedures. The CNA uses safe techniques for ambulation, transfers, positioning, range of motion, and standard precautions. The role also guides caregivers and families in providing safe, comfortable personal care and assists families as needed. Care, services, observations, and interventions are documented and communicated to the primary nurse, managers, and interdisciplinary group (IDG). The schedule is Monday through Friday during the day. Home care visits may take place at different locations as needed, and mileage is reimbursed. Employment is contingent on required screening and testing, including drug and/or alcohol testing after a conditional offer, with ongoing compliance with the Drug-Free Workplace Policy and eligibility requirements for Florida affiliates.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Certificate of completion from a qualified Certified Nurse Assistant training program.
Current Florida Certified Nursing Assistant license.
Successful completion of a competency evaluation program before furnishing services to patients.
CPR certification.
Valid Florida driver’s license with a good driving record.
Automobile insurance.
Clear Level 2 background check.
Active BLS for healthcare professionals certification from the American Heart Association or Red Cross.
Certificate of completion of Alzheimer’s Disease and Related Dementias Training through the Florida Department of Elder Affairs.
Excellent communication skills by phone, in person, and email.
Good time-management and organizational skills.
Attention to detail and ability to handle confidential information in accordance with HIPAA guidelines.
Knowledge of meal preparation and feeding techniques and/or questioning.
Flexibility to work in other locations if needed.
Consent to drug and/or alcohol testing after a conditional offer of employment and ongoing compliance with the Drug-Free Workplace Policy.
Eligibility verification through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse for employees performing services for Florida affiliates, following a conditional offer and on an ongoing basis.

Responsibilities

Perform personal care and homemaking services for clients in the community.
Provide assistance with ADLs and IADLs during home care visits.
Follow written and oral instructions prepared by the primary nurse.
Perform personal care and hygiene according to Hope Hospice policies and procedures.
Use proper and safe techniques for ambulation, transfers, positioning, range of motion, and standard precautions.
Guide caregivers and families regarding safe, comfortable personal care, ADLs, standard precautions, mobility, and the patient’s environment.
Assist patients’ families as needed.
Document care, services, observations, and interventions and communicate them to the primary nurse, managers, and IDG.
Work in other locations when needed.