Hospice - PRN Certified Nursing Aide (CNA)

Job Title: Hospice

• PRN
• Certified Nursing Aide (CNA) Location: Stafford, TX 77477 Agency: Highland Hospice Job Summary: Primary function is to provide healthcare and related services to the patient in their place of residence; assist in providing a safe and clean environment, work cooperatively with patient and family and share observations and problems with the supervisor.

Responsibilities

Promote hospice mission, goals and philosophy. Demonstrate commitment, professional growth and competency. Demonstrate compliance with policies, procedures, regulations defining scope of practice. Promote security and safety of Protected Health Information. Participate in programs and on committees as requested. Participate in ongoing education as required.

Provide services according to the Hospice Aide Care Plan. Coordinate with RN-develop/update plan of care to meet the needs. Attend IDG meetings, as requested. Document services and submit timely. Other duties as assigned. Report changes to the RN.

Qualifications

State Driver’s License. At least one year preferred, as a hospice aide or nursing assistant in a hospital, nursing home, home health agency, hospice, or long-term care facility. Strong communication and interpersonal skills; Sensitivity to issues of loss and grief; Ability to deal effectively with the demands of the job and population serviced; Ability to work without consistent direct supervision.

Reliable transportation. Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred. CPR certified; TB health screen or TB test/CXR according to policy; Hepatitis B Vaccination Consent/Declination