Hospice Aide - CNA

Heart N Soul Hospice•Fort Myers, FL

About The Position

The Hospice Aide provides direct patient care under the direction of an RN and in accordance with the Hospice Aide/Homemaker Plan of Care. The role supports patient safety and comfort through assistance with transfers and ambulation, communicates and documents changes in condition and care provided, and follows accepted infection-control practices. The aide promotes respectful communication with patients, families, and coworkers, submits documentation on time, and helps ensure compliance with applicable laws, Medicare regulations, and agency policies and procedures.

Requirements

High school diploma preferred, or GED.
Unencumbered certification according to the applicable Nurse Aide Registry.
Current CNA license.
At least one year of experience as a Hospice Aide or Nursing Assistant in a hospital, nursing home, home health agency, hospice, or long-term care facility.
Demonstrated interest in the welfare of ill and elderly people and a compassionate approach to care.
High integrity, including maintaining confidential information.
Current driver's license, reliable transportation, and ongoing valid and current auto liability insurance.

Nice To Haves

EMR experience.

Responsibilities

Provide direct patient care under the direction of the RN and according to the Hospice Aide/Homemaker Plan of Care.
Assist patients with safe transfers and ambulation in accordance with agency policy.
Report and communicate changes and document pertinent information and care provided to support continuity of care.
Practice accepted infection-control principles.
Promote positive, supportive, and respectful communication with patients, families, and other employees.
Submit all documentation in a timely manner.
Perform other duties as required.
Ensure overall compliance with local, state, and federal laws, Medicare regulations, and established personnel policies and procedures.