St. LUKE Hospice CNA part time. Hattiesburg/Columbia 8102-Aide-7221
About The Position
To provide personal care services to the terminally ill hospice patient as needed, under the direction of the RN. To provide assistance and understanding to the family and in time of bereavement. To work as a member of the Hospice team in providing Hospice care within the guidelines of the IDG care plan. A paraprofessional person who is specifically trained, competent and performs assigned functions of personal care to the patient in their residence under the direction, instruction and supervision of the registered nurse (RN), Physical Therapist (PT), Occupational Therapist (OT), or Speech Language Pathologist (SLP).
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- Graduate from an approved training and competency course.
- Must meet federal Home Health Aide training and competency requirements.
- Ability to work independently, make accurate, and at times, quick judgments.
- Ability to respond appropriately to crisis outside of a of a hospital setting.
- Acceptance of and adaptability to different social, racial, cultural and religious modes.
- Must possess sight/hearing senses or use appropriate adaptive devices that will enable senses to function at a level required to meet the essential duties of the position.
- Must provide evidence of annual TB test and other state-required tests or examinations.
- Must have a current valid driver’s license, auto liability insurance and reliable transportation.
Nice To Haves
- Minimum 2 years of experience as a nursing assistant, preferred.
- Active patient contact within the past three years, preferred.
Responsibilities
- Provide personal care services to the terminally ill hospice patient as needed, under the direction of the RN.
- Provide assistance and understanding to the family and in time of bereavement.
- Work as a member of the Hospice team in providing Hospice care within the guidelines of the IDG care plan.
- Performs assigned functions of personal care to the patient in their residence under the direction, instruction and supervision of the registered nurse (RN), Physical Therapist (PT), Occupational Therapist (OT), or Speech Language Pathologist (SLP).
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
