Hospice CNA - PRN

Traditions Health Care • Lafayette, LA

257d

About The Position

The primary function of the Hospice CNA is to provide personal healthcare and related services to the patient/client in their place of residence. This includes assisting in providing a safe and clean environment, working cooperatively with the patient/client and family, and sharing observations and problems with the supervisor. The position works under the direction and supervision of a registered nurse.

Requirements

• High School Diploma preferred.
• Must have a current driver's license.
• At least one year experience preferred as a Home Health Aide or Nursing Assistant in a hospital, nursing home or home health agency.
• Must have successfully completed a State-established or other training and competency evaluation program that meets State and Federal requirements.
• Must be able to read, write, and verbally report clinical information.
• Proof of current CPR.
• Successful completion of the Aide Competency Evaluation Skills Checklist and written Skills Test.
• Reliable transportation and valid auto liability insurance.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct patient/client care under the direction of the RN and according to the Aide Plan of Care.
• Assists patients/clients with safe transfers and ambulation per Agency policy.
• Reports changes and documents pertinent information and care rendered to ensure continuity of care.
• Practices accepted infection control principles and provides a clean, safe, and comfortable environment.
• Promotes positive, supportive, respectful communication to patients/clients, their families, and other employees.
• Respects patients/clients and their privacy and property.
• Assists patients/clients with proper nutrition and adequate fluid intake.
• Contributes to the management and efficient operation of the Agency and demonstrates effective time management skills.
• Performs treatments and procedures according to Agency policy.
• Demonstrates commitment, professional growth, and competency by attending 12 hours of in-services per year.
• Promotes the Agency philosophy and administrative policies to ensure quality of care.

Benefits

• Full range of health insurance-medical (BCBS with 3 medical plan options), dental & vision.
• Health Savings Account with employer contribution.
• Company sponsored life insurance.
• Supplemental life insurance.
• Short and long-term disability insurance.
• Accident & Critical Illness insurance.
• Employee Assistant Program.
• Generous PTO (that increases with tenure).
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Employer Match.
• Mileage reimbursement.
• Continuing education opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Nursing and Residential Care Facilities
• Education Level: High school or GED