Hospice (CNA)

Eden Health•Spokane, WA

About The Position

The Hospice CNA provides in-home services to patients and delivers care ordered by the physician as indicated in each patient’s plan of care. The role includes assisting with activities of daily living, monitoring and communicating patient findings, maintaining patient safety, and documenting care. The CNA works as part of the interdisciplinary group and participates in case conferences and other Agency-mandated activities as requested by clinical leadership.

Requirements

Understand regulations and standards applicable to hospice.
Have thorough knowledge and understanding of the functions of a Hospice Agency.
Demonstrate knowledge of the dying patient and pain-control measures.
Show genuine interest in and compassion for patients and families dealing with end-of-life issues.
Understand hospice philosophy and issues of death and dying.
Be flexible, organized, and able to function under stressful situations.
Communicate effectively in English, verbally and in writing.
Have excellent interpersonal skills.
Have excellent writing and presentation skills.
Know general modalities and scope of practice within the state where the Agency operates.
Be self-directed and able to work in the field with minimum supervision.
Have a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
Provide proof of automobile insurance; motor vehicle record (MVR) will be checked.
Provide proof of current CPR certification.
Pass a criminal background check and national sex offender clearance.

Responsibilities

Provide care ordered by the physician and included in the plan of care, including baths, oral hygiene, nail care, foot care, skin care, pressure relief, dressing, feeding, and transferring patients.
Take accurate vital signs.
Describe activities of daily living and demonstrate techniques to help patients complete them.
Participate in interdisciplinary group (IDG) case conferences to discuss team responsibilities, patient progress, continued-care plans, and new problems.
Notify appropriate licensed staff when a patient complains of pain.
Position patients in bed with proper body alignment.
Assist patients with ambulation as necessary.
Provide care in a manner that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical or health care errors.
Support cultural practices as long as they do not harm the patient or family or interfere with the planned course of medical treatment.
Identify and communicate findings to the Case Manager, Clinical Manager, and supervising RN.
Participate in other Agency-mandated activities as requested by the Clinical Manager or Director of Patient Care Services.
Provide clear, concise medical-record documentation consistent with reimbursement guidelines and Agency policies and procedures.
Work as part of the interdisciplinary group.