PRN Hospice CNA

Tru Community Care • Lafayette, CO

3d • Remote

About The Position

The Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) is responsible for providing direct personal services to our Hospice patients. The CNA will travel from patient home to patient home in order to provide care in their primary residence. TRU CNAs provide patient care in a manner that promotes the interdisciplinary team approach, respects patients, and the family's goals for care.

Requirements

• Must possess a current Colorado CNA license
• 1+ years of experience as a CNA
• Must be a high school graduate or possess a GED
• Must possess a valid driver’s license, provide proof of insurance indicating you have both Bodily Injury & Property Damage coverage, and have reliable transportation
• Must comply with agency health screening and immunization requirements

Responsibilities

• Provides patients with personal care as designated in the plan of care; understands Colorado law related to the supervision and delegation process from RN to CNA
• Understands general physical symptoms as they relate to end of life and has an understanding of non-medical interventions
• Performs transferring and positioning utilizing appropriate equipment per standards of practice and with patient safety as priority; understands good body mechanics and use of safety and transfer devices to prevent injury to self and patient
• Incorporates patient/family preferences and goals within the plan of care
• Supports and respects the patient’s and family’s unique diversity, including spiritual and cultural beliefs

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED