PRN Hospice Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
About The Position
The Hospice Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) provides compassionate care to patients at the end of life, helping maintain comfort and dignity for patients and their families or caregivers. This is a PRN position with weekday availability, Monday through Friday, from 9 AM to 5 PM. Compensation is listed as $28 per visit; the posting also gives a salary range of $22–$26 hourly. The CNA provides personal care and support, monitors and reports changes in patients’ conditions, documents care accurately, and works with families and the healthcare team to support continuity of care. The role includes physical work in patients’ homes and requires adherence to safety and infection-control procedures.
Requirements
- Valid Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) license in the state where the work is performed.
- Knowledge of end-of-life care principles and practices.
- Strong clinical skills and ability to perform nursing tasks sensitively and compassionately.
- 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 for reading medical records, administering injections, and handling medical instruments.
- Ability to respond swiftly and efficiently to emergencies.
- Ability to work in varied home environments, including stairs, tight spaces, and uneven surfaces.
- 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 without fatigue.
Nice To Haves
- 1–2 years of previous experience in hospice or palliative care preferred.
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 patient mobility and positioning to improve comfort, prevent bedsores, and maintain 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 assigned duties.
- Maintain regular attendance and punctuality according to the schedule designated by the department supervisor or manager.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
