Hospice Nursing Aide, CNA - Full Time

POSITION TITLE: Hospice CNA REPORTS TO: Director of Nursing The Hospice Aide is responsible for providing hospice services consistent with the mission, vision, and goals of the Agency.

The Hospice

Aide is a member of the interdisciplinary hospice team who performs planned interventions determined by the RN and interdisciplinary team to meet the physical and psycho-social needs of the terminally ill patient and his/her family. Assist patient with personal hygiene, elimination, nutritional support/feeding, ambulation and exercise, and medication reminders according to the patient’s needs and nursing orders. Provide care consistent with written instructions.

Perform other related supportive tasks as specified by Agency policy. Communicate with the hospice nurse regarding services provided, significant findings regarding the patient’s functional status change in care needs, and changes in condition. Document the care provided and the patient’s response to care.

Prepare and submit, as directed, all case documentation and required payroll information according to Agency policy. Participate with the interdisciplinary team in the development and implementation of the patient’s and family’s plan of care. Interact with internal and external customers using a positive and professional approach.

Participate in orientation and performance improvement activities. Abide by Agency policies and procedures. Must have visual and hearing acuity and be able to communicate clearly verbally. Must be able to read, write, and speak English fluently.

Must provide proof of auto insurance upon hire and each renewal and maintain a safe driving record. EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, HEALTH & CLEARANCE A training program and competency evaluation pursuant to Federal/State law. A state-approved nurse aide training and competency evaluation program pursuant to Federal/State law and is currently listed in good standing on the state nurse aide registry.

Registry/fingerprint card as appropriate. Current CPR, TB, and health clearance. Have the orientation and training appropriate to the care of the patient and his/her family. MACHINES, TOOLS, EQUIPMENT, AND WORK AIDS , including but not limited to: AGE OF POPULATION SERVED: Hospice CNAs may care for patients in these age groups: middle-age and above.