PRN Hospice Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Advanced Home Health and Hospice of Lehigh Valley•Bethlehem, PA

16h

About The Position

As a Hospice CNA, you will play a vital role in providing personal care, emotional support, and assistance with daily living activities to patients receiving end-of-life care in their homes or facilities. Schedule: PRN, Weekends, Weekdays, Monday - Friday Primary Responsibilities and Duties: Assist patients with personal hygiene, including bathing, grooming, and dressing. Monitor vital signs and report any 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 enhance comfort and prevent bedsores while ensuring the patient's 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 and report any significant changes in the patient’s condition. This includes noting exact medication and care provided with the date and time for insurance purposes and appropriate quality of care to patients. Adhere to all safety protocols and infection control measures. Collaborate with family members and health care teams to ensure continuity of care. Adhere to infection control and safety procedures to protect patients and staff. Travel to patient homes and facilities within the Lehigh Valley and surrounding areas. Perform all other duties assigned. At Advanced Home Health and Hospice of Lehigh Valley, we are committed to providing compassionate care to our patients and their families. Our team strives to uphold the highest standards of service while building lasting relationships with those we serve. Guided by integrity, hard work, stewardship, and service, we are dedicated to creating a supportive and friendly work environment for all team members.

Requirements

Valid Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) license in the state in Pennsylvania.
Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and current auto insurance.
Previous experience in hospice or palliative care preferred.
Knowledge of end-of-life care principles and practices.
Strong clinical skills and the ability to perform a range of nursing tasks with sensitivity and compassion.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively with patients, families, caregivers, and healthcare professionals.
Demonstrated 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 50lbs.
Capability to perform physical tasks such as bending, standing, walking, and climbing stairs for extended periods.
Strength to handle medical equipment and assist patients with mobility and physical activities.
Visual acuity and dexterity for performing tasks such as reading medical records, administering injections, and handling medical instruments.
Ability to respond swiftly and efficiently to emergency situations.
Capacity to work in various home environments which may include navigating stairs, tight spaces, or uneven surfaces.
Maintain regular attendance and timeliness as set forth within the work schedule designated by the department supervisor/manager.
Job requires accepting criticism and dealing calmly and effectively with high-stress situations.
The ability to use your abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the body repeatedly or continuously over time without "giving out" or fatiguing.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in hospice or palliative care preferred.

Responsibilities

Assist patients with personal hygiene, including bathing, grooming, and dressing.
Monitor vital signs and report any 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 enhance comfort and prevent bedsores while ensuring the patient's 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 and report any significant changes in the patient’s condition. This includes noting exact medication and care provided with the date and time for insurance purposes and appropriate quality of care to patients.
Adhere to all safety protocols and infection control measures.
Collaborate with family members and health care teams to ensure continuity of care.
Adhere to infection control and safety procedures to protect patients and staff.
Travel to patient homes and facilities within the Lehigh Valley and surrounding areas.
Perform all other duties assigned.