Evening Hospice CNA (36553)

The Care Team Home Health & Hospice•Carmel, IN

About The Position

Afternoon/Evening Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Flexible Part-Time Evenings. Work That Matters. The Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) provides personal care services to hospice patients in their homes or facility settings, supporting comfort, safety, and daily needs as part of the interdisciplinary care team. Schedule, Hours & Territory • Afternoons and Evenings after 4:30 pm • Camel, IN, and the surrounding area What We Offer • Opportunity to make a direct impact on patient comfort • Supportive clinical and leadership team • Mission-driven hospice environment

Requirements

Licensed or registered in the state in which currently practices
Must pass a criminal background check & MVR check.
Completed health statements acknowledging the ability to perform the duties of the position.
Valid state drivers license.
Proof of current automobile insurance.
TB testing per agency policy
High School Diploma or GED
Graduate from an approved training and competency course.

Responsibilities

CNA bath, care of mouth, skin, and hair.
Bathroom or using a bedpan or commode.
Bed transfers as well as ambulation activities are ordered under the care plan.
Range of motion exercises that the Aide has been taught by appropriate professional personnel
Performing such incidental household services as are essential to the patient's well being at home.
Preparing meals for a special diet.
Takes a patient's temperature, pulse, respiration, and blood pressure if assigned by a registered nurse.
Assists with shopping if the patient has no other resources available.
Provides emotional support and compassionate care to the patient and family unit.
Demonstrates listening skills.
Offers encouragement when appropriate.
Practices patience in voice and manner.
Maintains required competency and skills.
Documented initial and ongoing every 14-day supervision and evaluation by RN on each case assignment.
The clinical record shall contain notes for each service provided.
A clinical note will be completed for each visit made to a patient's home (including a private residence, assisted living facility, group homes, or skilled nursing facility) within 48 hours of the visit.
Participates in an annual performance review.
Reports any changes in the patient's condition or family situation immediately by calling the Hospice office and notifying the RN.
Practices Standard Precautions in accordance with OSHA regulations and policy.
Adheres to all policies and procedural guidelines.
Attends at least twelve (12) hours of in-service education programs per year.
Maintains current certification as required by the State.
Maintains current knowledge and practice of infectious disease protocols.
Maintains the agency's mission, philosophy, and core values.
Ensures compliance with agency policies and procedures regarding operations/processes, including but not limited to those regarding patient care, patient complaints, incidents, safety, and emergency management.
Always maintains patient confidentiality, including all HIPAA regulations.