Certified Nursing Assistant

Overview

CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT AFFINITY HOSPICE

 

Are you a CNA, who is looking to move your career to the next level? Are you passionate about exceptional patient care? If so, we may have the perfect professional opportunity for you! Our Talent Acquisition Team is actively looking for CNA's who are the perfect fit. We encourage ALL CNA's to contact us and explore what makes Affinity Hospice an employer of choice. In addition to a mission-driven work environment, we offer highly competitive compensation packages and medical benefits. Depending on the position and location, we offer many perks which may include: a company car, tuition reimbursement, and relocation assistance. If you are a CNA who would like to build a meaningful career path and explore opportunities with Affinity Hospice, send us your resume today! For convenience, all candidates can email current resumes to careers@affinityhospice.com or call your Talent Acquisition Specialist, Jarrod Johnson at 205-807-5760.

 

WHO ARE WE?

 

We are Affinity Hospice. We are one of the fastest growing, privately held hospice organizations in the country for several reasons. We are passionate about exceptional patient and family care. We believe the care we provide truly matters. We are deeply committed to our team members. Our core Leadership Team has been working together for more than 20 years, and because of our unprecedented growth, we are actively looking for like-minded health care professionals to join us. This is an excellent opportunity to join a nationally recognized team.

 

Responsibilities

General Responsibilities

• Providing personal care including but not limited to:
  • Baths
  • Back rubs
  • Oral hygiene
  • Shampoos
  • Changing bed linen
  • Assisting patients with dressing and undressing
  • Skin care to prevent breakdown
  • Assisting the patient with toileting activities
  • Keeping patient's living area clean and orderly, as appropriate
  • Planning and preparing nutritious meals
  • Assisting in feeding the patient, if necessary
  • Taking and recording oral, rectal and axillary temperatures, pulse, respiration and blood pressure when ordered (with appropriate completed/demonstrated skills competency)Assisting in ambulation and exercise according to the plan of care
  • Performing range of motion and other simple procedures as an extensional therapy service as ordered (with appropriate completed/demonstrated skills competency)
  • Assisting patient in the self-administration of medication
  • Doing patient's laundry, as appropriate
  • Meeting safety needs of patients and using equipment safely and properly (foot stools, side rails, etc.)
  • Reporting on patient's condition and significant changes to the assigned nurse
  • Adhering to the Organization's documentation and care procedures and standards of personal and professional conduct
  • Performs only hospice aide tasks as assigned by the nurse or therapist
  • Communicates changes in patient condition with the RN or therapist. Documents changes on hospice aide note
  • Participates in care conferences and mandatory staff meetings
  • Participates in holiday and weekend rotation as appropriate
  • Maintains confidentiality of patient information at all times
  • Follows standard precautions, safe body mechanics, and infection control procedures in patient care
  • Meets productivity standards and communicates change in schedule to Clinical Director/office
  • Submits DARs, clinical notes per agency policy
  • Communicates effectively with patients and caregivers.
  • Handles patient complaints as appropriate or refers complaint to supervisor
  • Protects privacy of patient during patient care
  • Contacts patients prior to hospice visit to schedule time of visit
  • As patient improves and is able to provide more self-care, communicates with RN or therapist so that hospice care plan may be altered as appropriate

Qualifications

 

Job Qualifications

• Must have excellent verbal and written communication and organizational skills
• Must have valid driver's license and auto liability insurance, and automobile in good working condition
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Must have ability to read and follow written instructions and document care given 
• Must understand and follow company policies and procedures 
• Must possess the ability to work harmoniously with professional and non-professional personnel 
• Must have satisfactory references from previous employers 
• Must have empathy for the needs of the ill, injured, frail, and impaired 
• Must be self-directed with the ability to work with little direct supervision 
• Must be able to multi task and accept additional duties as assigned 
• Must demonstrate tact, patience, and good personal hygiene 
• Must successfully complete a probationary period. This probationary period is to ensure the aide is competent in the above qualifications, and is documented by the supervisor and the associate 
• Meets the training requirements in accordance with state and federal laws 
• Possess and maintains current CPR certification 
• Licensed driver with automobile that is insured in accordance with Organization requirements and is in good working order

Note: Effective August 14, 1990, a person who has successfully completed a state established or other training program that meets the requirements of CFR 484.36(a) and a competency evaluation program, or state licensure program that meets the requirements of CFR 484.36(b), or a competency evaluation program or state licensure program that meets the requirements of S 484.36(b).

 

Job Limitations

 

The hospice aide will not function in any manner viewed as the practice of nursing according to the state's Nurse Practice Act. Specifically, the hospice aide will not administer medications, take physician's orders or perform procedures requiring the training, knowledge and skill of a nurse, such as sterile techniques. 

 

*All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Environmental and Working Conditions

Works in patients Home in various conditions; possible exposure to blood and bodily fluids and infection diseases; ability to work flexible schedule; ability to travel locally; some exposure to unpleasant weather; PRN emergency call.

Physical and Mental Effort

Prolonged standing and walking required, with the ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and move patients. Requires working under some stressful conditions to meet deadlines and patient needs, and to make quick decisions and resource acquisition; meet patient/family individualized psychosocial needs. Requires hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity.