Cna hospice

516 Visiting Nurse Association of Wisconsin, Inc.
Milwaukee, WI Full Time
POSTED ON 6/5/2024 CLOSED ON 6/6/2024

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Cna hospice position at 516 Visiting Nurse Association of Wisconsin, Inc.?

Department :

39119 Aurora Zilber Hospice Residence - Hospice : Residence Clinical

Status : Full time

Full time

Benefits Eligible : Hou rs Per Week :

Hou rs Per Week :

Schedule Details / Additional Information :

We are seeking a qualified, experienced Nursing Assistant with an interest in hospice and providing dignified care to patients at the end of life.

Aurora Zilber Family Hospice is an 18 bed Inpatient unit that provides intense symptom management for hospice patients in a beautiful, home-like setting.

This is a Benefit eligible, PM SHIFT position, from the hours of 3 PM to 11 : 30 PM, 40 hours per week. Every other weekend and holiday rotation.

Come learn about what makes hospice so special!

Major Responsibilities :

  • Assists RN with daily care of patients including bathing, oral hygiene, feeding, activity orders and ambulation which may include use of therapeutic assistive devices, proper positioning, range of motion and special transferring as indicated.
  • Measures and documents blood pressures, TPRs (Temperature, Pulse, Respiration), I & O (Intake and Output), daily weights, and other patient data as requested.

Documents accurately in Electronic Medical Record (EMR).

Performs purposeful rounding under direction of RN and promptly communicates observations, concerns, and needs of patient / family to RN.

Documents appropriately.

Participates in admission, transfer and discharge process under supervision of RN including room set up, orientation to room, removing linen, and proper management of patient belongings.

Ensures patient call light is always in reach of patient and answers call-lights promptly.

Collects urine, stool, and sputum specimens and performs point-of-care testing as indicated using approved process for accurate specimen labeling and identification.

Maintains competency as required.

Completes various errands as directed including pick-up and delivery of trays, charts, specimens, and reports. Maintains and orders stock for nursing area.

Cleans equipment and work areas.

Performs various patient positioning and transporting duties which require lifting and pushing / pulling while utilizing proper technique and assistive devices.

Performs tasks related to nutritional needs of patient under direction of RN to include diet review, tray set up / removal, proper positioning and diet selection.

  • Performs tasks related to maintaining skin integrity to include proper repositioning and skin care. Ensures special patient supplies and appliances are provided and maintained such as TED hose and sequential compression devices.
  • Under the direction of RN and as determined by site / unit requirements, may be required to remove IVs, provide post mortem care, and bladder scans.
  • Practices within policies and procedures of infection prevention by demonstrating hand hygiene and knowledge of sterile and aseptic procedures, proper disposal of contaminated materials and utilizing proper attire when in direct contact with patients in isolation.
  • Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served.

Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his / her age-specific needs, and to provide the care needed as described in the department's policies and procedures.

Age-specific information is developed further in the departmental job standards.

Licensure, Registration, and / or Certification Required :

  • Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) needs to be obtained within 45 days, and
  • Nurse Aide in good standing as indicated with the State Registry in which the team member practices.

Education Required :

  • Certificate of General Educational Development (GED) or High School Equivalency Diploma (HSED), or
  • High School Graduate.

Experience Required :

None.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required :

  • Basic computer skills.
  • Excellent oral and written communication.
  • Excellent organizational skills and ability to set priorities.
  • Certification Addendum

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions :

  • Must be able to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, twist, and reach above shoulders during the work shift.
  • Must be able to : lift up to 50 lbs. from floor to waist.lift up to 20 lbs. over the head.carry up to 40 lbs. a reasonable distance.
  • Must be able to : push / pull with 30 lbs. of force.perform a sliding transfer of 150 lbs. with a second person present.
  • Will be required to use foot pedals on carts or machines.
  • Must have functional vision and hearing.
  • Will be exposed to mechanical, electrical, chemical, and radiation hazards as well as blood and body fluids on a continuous basis;

therefore, protective clothing must be worn as necessary.

  • Operates all equipment necessary to perform the job.
  • Last updated : 2024-06-05

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