PRN CNA Hospice Aide

New Age Hospice • El Paso, TX

10h • Onsite

About The Position

The primary function of this role is to provide personal healthcare and related services to patients in their place of residence. This includes assisting in maintaining a safe and clean environment, working cooperatively with patients and families, and sharing observations and problems with a supervisor. The Hospice Aide works under the direction and supervision of a registered nurse and will cover all of El Paso County.

Requirements

• Has successfully completed one of the following: A) Training program/competency evaluation as specified in §418.76(b)(c) of the Medicare regulations; B) Competency evaluation program that meets §418.76( c); C) Nurse aide training/competency evaluation program approved by the state and listed in good standing on the state nurse aide registry; D) State Licensure program that meets requirements of §418.76(b)©.
• Must have a current driver’s license.
• At least one year experience preferred as a Hospice Aide or Nursing Assistant in a hospital, nursing home, home health agency, hospice or long-term care facility or completion of Certified Nursing Assistant or Certified Home Health Aide Program.
• Must be able to read, write, and verbally report clinical information to patients, representatives, and care givers, as well as to other hospice staff.
• Demonstrates interest in the welfare of the ill and elderly.
• Successful completion of the Aide Competency Evaluation Skills Checklist that meets §418.76© and written Skills Test.
• Reliable transportation and valid auto liability insurance.

Nice To Haves

• High School Diploma Preferred.
• At least one year experience preferred as a Hospice Aide or Nursing Assistant in a hospital, nursing home, home health agency, hospice or long-term care facility or completion of Certified Nursing Assistant or Certified Home Health Aide Program.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct patient care to patient under direction of the RN and according to the Aide Plan of Care.
• Provides necessary skills to assist the patient with safe transfers and ambulation per the Hospice policy.
• Provides necessary skill to appropriately report changes and document pertinent information and care rendered to patient to ensure continuity of care.
• Practices accepted infection control principles. Provide a clean, safe, and comfortable environment.
• Promotes positive, supportive, respectful communication to patient/family and other employees.
• Provides an environment which promotes respect for patient, privacy, and property.
• Provides skills necessary to assist the patient with proper nutrition and adequate fluid intake.
• Contributes to the management and efficient operation of the Hospice and demonstrate effective time management skills.
• Provides skills necessary to perform treatments and procedures according to the Hospice policy.
• Promotes the Hospice philosophy and administrative policies to ensure quality of care.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED