CNA HOSPICE HOUSE
Company: Columbus Hospice of GA & AL
Location: Columbus
Posted on: March 20, 2023
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Job Description:
Job Details
Level
Experienced
Job Location
Columbus Hospice of GA and AL - Columbus, GA
Position Type
Full Time
Education Level
High School/GED
Salary Range
$14.00 - $16.00 Hourly
Travel Percentage
Negligible
Job Shift
3/12 hour shifts - 7a - 7p or 7p - 7a
$2,000 recruiting incentive paid after 60 days of full time
employment.
This posted position application is for the day and night shift
in-patient work schedule. Applicant has opportunity during the
application completion process to specify preferred shift.
POSITION TITLE: Certified Nurse Assistant, Hospice House DATE:
10/08/2021
REPORTS TO: Hospice House Director, Nurse Manager, Charge Nurse
FLSA STATUS: Non- Exempt
SCHEDULE: Full Time
Essential Functions
Provide personal aspects of care for patients with the goal of
increasing their level of comfort and maintaining personal hygiene.
Works under the direct supervision of the Registered Nurse,
reporting any significant changes in the patients condition. Duties
may be adjusted at the discretion of the nurse based on the
evaluation of the patients needs and the ability of the CNA. The
CNA is supervised by the Nurse Manager for personnel and
administrative issues. Takes all reasonable precautions to maintain
privacy and non-disclosure of any confidential information about
patients, other staff members, and the general operations of
Columbus Hospice.
Supervisory Responsibilities
Direct
None
Indirect
None
Challenges in Position
12 hour shifts with 30-minute meal break on-site; weekend shifts
required; holiday shifts required; work flexible work schedules.
Day or night shift will be determined prior to offer of
position.
On feet many hours, moving rapidly, prioritizing, and coordinating
patient care activities, under the guidance of the RN, to meet the
needs of the patients.
High anxiety and emotions; dealing with grief, death and dying on a
daily basis.
Decision Making Latitude
Individual Decision Making Parameters
None
In Collaboration with Management
None
Qualification Requirements
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to
perform each essential duty satisfactorily with professionalism and
mutual respect for all. The requirements in this job description
are representative of knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with
disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education and Experience
Certified Nursing Assistant certificate from college, technical
school or equivalent training program, and minimum one year recent
experience as a Certified Nursing Assistant is required.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations, Vaccines
Valid COVID-19 vaccine required
Influenza vaccine during influenza season required
Valid CNA certification
CPR Certification
Valid Drivers license preferred
Car Insurance per Columbus Hospice policy
Mathematical Skills
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of
measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and
interpret bar graphs.
Reasoning Ability
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out
instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability
to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in
standardized situations.
Language Skills
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules,
operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Ability to speak effectively in one-on-one and small group
situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the
organization.
Equipment and Machines Used
Computer Printer Patient Call system
Telephone Fax Machine Medical equipment
Copier Medical gases Security Alarm system
Time Clock EMR System Secure Staff Communication System
All other routine or specialized office or company equipment.
Position Requirements (not all-inclusive)
Personal care, e.g., bathing, oral hygiene, skin care, and hair
care.
Take blood pressure, temperature, pulse, and respirations of the
patient per plan of care, or under the direction of the nurse.
Transfer of patient, e.g., bed to chair, bed to commode, and
chair/commode to bed.
Assist with ambulation and exercise of patient as ordered and so
assigned.
Change patient bed linens.
Assist with feeding of patient.
Report changes in patient's condition to the Registered Nurse for
follow through and appropriate intervention.
Follow individualized care plan for each patient.
Maintain records for patient charts on all care provided.
Is aware of emotional status of patient/family and demonstrates
willingness to understand the emotional problems associated with
the illness appropriately and professionally at all times.
Maintain patient confidentiality.
Complete assigned duties such as restocking, cleaning, etc.
Other duties as assigned and appropriate for level of practice.
(Example may be taught simple wound care).
Assist in maintaining clean, safe, and comfortable environment for
patients, families, and other staff.
Participate in hospice training as required, to include 15 hours of
CEUs/year and competency check per policy.
Attend and/or participate in one Memorial Service per year per
policy.
Take all reasonable precautions to maintain privacy and
non-disclosure of any confidential information about patients,
other staff members, and the general operations of Columbus
Hospice.
Represent the company in a positive and professional manner at all
times with others, e.g., co-workers, management, vendors, and
customers.
Complete all job responsibilities in a thorough and complete
manner, utilizing good judgment in all aspects of the job.
When unsure of a directed task or any part of job responsibilities,
proactively seek the assistance of immediate supervisor.
Ensure job responsibilities are met, including attendance
requirements and prompt arrival at work.
Assist with special projects, as requested.
All other job duties as may be assigned.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those
that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the
essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be
made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the
essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly
required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel;
reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and talk or hear. The
employee frequently is required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
The employee is occasionally required to sit and taste or smell.
The employee must regularly lift and/or move more than 100 pounds
using established lifting procedures. Specific vision abilities
required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color
vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust
focus.
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are
representative of those an employee encounters while performing the
essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be
made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the
essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly
exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee is frequently
exposed to wet and/or humid conditions and fumes or airborne
particles. The noise level in the work environment is usually
moderate. Potential exposure to variable environments, cigarette
smoke, and pets.
This job description is not intended to be a complete statement of
job content, rather to act as a guide to the essential functions
performed. Management retains the discretion to add or to change
the duties of the position at any time.
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