Nursing Assistant-Certified-Hospice

Southcoast Health System•Fairhaven, MA

4d•Remote

About The Position

Join Southcoast Health, a not-for-profit, charitable, health system with multiple hospitals, clinics and facilities throughout Southeastern Massachusetts and Rhode Island. We are searching for a talented Nursing Assistant-Certified-Hospiace to join our team. We are committed to providing inclusive, ethical workplaces where our highly skilled caregivers offer world-class, comprehensive healthcare close to home. Southcoast Health has been voted ‘Best Place to Work’ for 7 years in a row!

Requirements

Equal to completion of four years of high school plus specialized courses and training.
CPR certification required.
Three months of related work experience is required.
Must possess and demonstrate highly effective interpersonal, customer service, and communication skills.
Completion of initial 8 hr caring for dementia patient training and 4 hours annually required (can be completed as part of orientation).
CNA certification in MA required.
Must be fully vaccinated against seasonal Influenza and the COVID 19 virus or to be exempt from the requirement for medical or personal reasons by signing a statement certifying you are choosing to be exempt from vaccination once hired.

Nice To Haves

Additional second certification in RI preferred.
Differential applied if currently certified as or upon completion - CHPNA (certified hospice and palliative nursing assistant).

Responsibilities

Perform patient care activities (ADLs and IADLs) in patient’s residence (could be SNF, ALF, hospital, group home, home) in accordance with Southcoast VNA policies and procedures and following the Plan of Care developed by the patient’s case manager.
Perform light housekeeping.
Provide respite.
Assist patient’s participation in activities program.
Collect weight and vital signs.
Assist in meal preparation and feeding.
Provide vigil support.
Provide personal care for the actively dying patient.
Assist in post-mortem care.
Communicate pertinent patient information and unusual findings to appropriate clinical personnel.
Complete all required documentation accurately and in a timely manner.
Provide exceptional and caring customer service to patient and family.