Hospice Aide - Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Trinity Hospice • Warrenton, VA

9d • Hybrid

About The Position

The primary function of the Hospice Aide - Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) is to provide personal healthcare and related services to the patient in their place of residence; to assist in providing a safe and clean environment, work cooperatively with patient and family and share observations and problems with the supervisor.

Requirements

• High School Diploma Preferred.
• Active CNA license in the state of Virginia
• Successful completion of the Aide Competency Evaluation Skills Checklist that meets §418.76© and written Skills Test.
• Must have current driver’s license, and reliable transportation with a valid and current auto liability insurance

Nice To Haves

• At least one year experience as a CNA working for a hospice agency/program heavily preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care to patients under direction of the RN and according to the Aide Plan of Care.
• Provide necessary skills to assist the patient with safe transfers and ambulation per agency policy.
• Provide necessary skill to appropriately report changes and document pertinent information and care rendered to patients to ensure continuity of care.
• Practice accepted infection control principles.
• Promote positive, supportive, respectful communication to patient/family and other employees.
• Provide an environment which promotes respect for patients, privacy and property.
• Provide skills necessary to assist the patient with proper nutrition and adequate fluid intake.
• Contribute to the management and efficient operation of the agency and demonstrate effective time management skills.
• Provide skills necessary to perform treatments and procedures according to agency policy.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees