Hospice Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
About The Position
The Hospice Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), or Hospice Aide, provides compassionate care to patients at the end of life, supporting comfort and dignity for patients and their families or caregivers. The role involves assisting with personal care, monitoring and reporting patient condition, providing companionship and emotional support, and helping maintain a safe and clean care environment. The CNA documents care accurately, follows safety and infection-control procedures, and collaborates with families and healthcare teams to support continuity of care. Schedule: Full-time, weekdays (Monday–Friday), 8-hour shifts.
Requirements
- Valid Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) license in the state where the work is performed.
- At least 2 years of previous Certified Nursing Assistant experience.
- Current CPR certification.
- Knowledge of end-of-life care principles and practices.
- Strong clinical skills and ability to perform a range of nursing tasks with sensitivity and compassion.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to interact effectively with patients, families, caregivers, and healthcare professionals.
- Ability to prioritize tasks, manage multiple responsibilities, and adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to build rapport with patients through a compassionate and caring demeanor.
- Ability to lift and transfer patients, with or without assistance, up to 50 pounds.
- Ability to bend, stand, walk, and climb stairs for extended periods.
- Strength to handle medical equipment and assist patients with mobility and physical activities.
- Visual acuity and dexterity to read medical records, administer injections, and handle medical instruments.
- Ability to respond swiftly and efficiently to emergency situations.
- Ability to work in varied home environments, including navigating stairs, tight spaces, or uneven surfaces.
- Maintain regular attendance and punctuality according to the schedule set by the department supervisor or manager.
- Ability to accept criticism and deal calmly and effectively with high-stress situations.
- Ability to use abdominal and lower-back muscles repeatedly or continuously over time to support part of the body without fatigue.
Responsibilities
- Assist patients with personal hygiene, including bathing, grooming, and dressing.
- Monitor vital signs and report changes to the supervising nurse.
- Administer medications and treatments as directed by the healthcare team.
- Provide companionship and emotional support to patients.
- Assist with mobility and positioning to improve comfort, prevent bedsores, and maintain patient safety.
- Support families in understanding and coping with the emotional aspects of end-of-life care.
- Maintain a clean and safe environment for patients.
- Accurately document care provided, including exact medications and care with dates and times, and report significant changes in patient condition.
- Follow safety protocols and infection-control measures to protect patients and staff.
- Collaborate with family members and healthcare teams to ensure continuity of care.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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