Hospice Aide - CNA

Heart N Soul Hospice • Charleston, SC

1d • Remote

About The Position

This PRN Hospice Aide - CNA position involves providing direct patient care to patients under the direction of the RN and according to the Hospice Aide/Homemaker Plan of Care. The role requires assisting patients with safe transfers and ambulation, reporting changes and documenting pertinent information to ensure continuity of care, and practicing accepted infection control principles. The position also involves promoting positive communication, timely submission of documentation, performing other duties as required, and ensuring compliance with all applicable laws and regulations.

Requirements

• High School Diploma preferred or GED
• Must have an unencumbered certification according to the applicable Nurse Aide Registry
• Current CNA license
• At least one year experience as a Hospice Aide or Nursing Assistant in a hospital, nursing home, home health agency, hospice or long term care facility
• Demonstrates interest in the welfare of ill and elderly; a heart for providing compassionate care
• High integrity, including maintenance of confidential information
• EMR experience a plus
• Must have current driver's license, reliable transportation, and provide ongoing valid and current auto liability insurance

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care to patient under direction of the RN and according to the Hospice Aide/Homemaker Plan of Care.
• Provide necessary skills to assist the patient with safe transfers and ambulation per agency policy.
• Provide necessary skills to appropriately report/communicate changes and document pertinent information and care provided to patient to ensure continuity of care.
• Practice accepted infection control principles.
• Promote positive, supportive, respectful communication to patient/family and other employees.
• Timely submission of all documentation.
• Performance of other duties as required.
• Ensure overall compliance with local, state and federal laws, Medicare regulations, and established personnel policies and procedures.

Benefits

• Competitive Pay
• Medical, Dental & Vision insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Paid holidays
• 401k with up to 4% employer matching
• Tuition reimbursement
• Company car for qualifying individuals
• Mileage reimbursement

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees