CNA - Hospice Home

Spartanburg Regional Healthcare System•Spartanburg, SC

10d

About The Position

The Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), under the supervision of a Registered Nurse or Therapist, provides personal care services to patients in the home setting. Using a patient-specific care plan, the CNA supports patients’ self-care and independence with activities of daily living. The role includes observing patients, reporting observations, and documenting care performed, as well as other duties as assigned.

Requirements

One year of personal care experience.
State certification for a Home Health Aide training program and competency, and listing on the South Carolina state registry.
Valid South Carolina driver's license with a good driving record.
CPR certification.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED equivalent.

Responsibilities

Follow the care plan established by the RN or Therapist, assist the patient and family as needed, and notify the RN or Therapist when updates to the care plan are needed.
Assist patients with personal care, including bathing, dressing, grooming, skin care, hair care, nail care, feeding, oral hygiene, and shaving.
Toilet patients and assist with bedpans and urinals; provide catheter care and empty catheter bags when applicable.
Assist patients with canes or walkers, special eating utensils, personal hygiene techniques, and related equipment.
Document care performed according to the care plan in the electronic medical record.
Report changes in a patient's physical or mental condition and environmental changes to the case manager.
Assist and train family members on lifting, turning, repositioning, and transferring the patient.
Provide emotional support to patients and/or family members.
Maintain a safe, secure, and healthy patient environment by following asepsis standards and policies.
Participate in 12 hours of in-service training.
Perform other job duties as assigned.