CNA (7p-7a)

Chapters Health System•Sun City Center, FL

1d•$17 - $25

About The Position

The CNA performs personal care, homemaker assistance, and defined nursing procedures for patients and their caregivers under RN direction and supervision. The role provides services according to the written Aide/Caregiver Plan of Care and Company policies and procedures, contributes observations to the RN, and supports patients and caregivers in maintaining a clean and safe home. The position is for the 7 p.m.–7 a.m. shift. Compensation is $16.96–$25.24. Employment is subject to post-offer drug and/or alcohol testing and, for employees performing services for Florida affiliates, background-screening eligibility verification and ongoing eligibility.

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, by November 1, 2024.
For mobile drivers, a valid driver’s license and automobile insurance meeting Company policy are required.
Reliable transportation to meet the work schedule.
Ability to use equipment with visual and auditory mechanisms.
Ability to communicate in English, both written and verbal.
Ability to manage the emotional stress of working with and caring for ill patients and their families.
Ability to perform the job’s essential functions and physical requirements, with or without reasonable accommodation, including lifting patients and/or equipment, bending, pushing/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.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Represent the Company professionally through care and services provided to clients.
Comply with state, federal, and local regulations, including requirements addressing fraud and abuse, and follow Company policies, procedures, and standard practices.
Observe Company health, safety, and security practices; maintain confidentiality; and use resources in a fiscally responsible manner.
Promote the Company through participation in community and professional organizations, and support Company research and educational activities.
Participate in performance improvement and Quality Assessment and Performance Improvement activities as appropriate; improve professional knowledge, skills, and electronic media skills; and share expertise with coworkers.
Maintain competencies and contact hours as required by the Company and 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/or caregivers in maintaining a clean and safe home and 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 when requested by the RN.
Under RN direction or supervision, perform activities that promote activities of daily living.
Contribute to Plan of Care development by reporting observations to the RN and 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 before the scheduled time and staying overnight.
Perform other duties as assigned.
At some locations, cross-train to home, facility, or admission field positions of equal licensure/certification and scope when hospice-house census requires flexible staffing.