Hospice field patient care CNA

Overview:

CNA I/II to deliver patient care to hospice patients in thier homes. Independent, faced-paced, and driving required. CNA will see 8 - 10 patients on average in thier homes per day for bath, hygiene, & ADL needs.

Responsibilities:

Position Specific Competencies:

In addition to the following essential position competencies, other competencies may be required to meet the changing organizational needs:

1. Uses an appropriate problem-solving approach to plan performance of service.

1. Organizes assignment in a manner, which is time effective (ex. patient location).
2. Obtains information needed to perform assigned duties.
3. Provides Nurse Aide I tasks according to DHHS as directed by licensed nurse on patient guidelines for care form.
4. Recognizes change in patient condition and notifies professional nurse in a timely manner.

1. Provides services with consideration of the physical, psycho-social, cultural/spiritual and age

1. Satisfactorily performs all tasks as specified on the Nursing Assistant I Annual Skills Checklist.
2. Completes assigned patient care as directed by the professional nurse.
3. Adjusts care in response to requests for special patient/family considerations.

1. Uses equipment/supplies correctly.

1. Uses equipment/supplies following manufacturer’s instructions and hospice policy.
2. Reports faulty equipment and removes from service.

1. Uses appropriate safety and infection control measures.

1. Complies with department and organization safety and infection control measures.
2. Consistently uses personal protective equipment.
3. Disposes of hazardous materials correctly.
4. Washes hands per policy.

1. Teaches/directs/advised/informs others in an appropriate manner.

1. Instructs patient/family on specifics for providing care within tasks appropriate to Nurse Aide I.
2. Provides pertinent information to the professional nurse in a timely manner.
3. Supportive and informative to new staff members.

1. Reports/records information correctly.

1. Prepares and records information in an appropriate manner according to hospice policy.

Qualifications:

Qualifications:

The following or equivalents are the minimum requirements to perform the essential functions of this position:

Education/formal training/licensure/certification/experience:

• Completion of high school or its equivalent.
• Successful completion of a NAI Program.
• Nursing Assistant I current listing with the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) (N.C. Nurse Aide I Registry)
• Possess valid NC Drivers License
• Certifications Required: · CPR

Additional skills:

Demonstrates clear and concise verbal and written communication skills. Ability to perform several tasks in an organized manner. Maintains clinical competencies appropriate to services provided, needs of age groups served, and scope of practice.

Working conditions:

Physical/Environmental: Ability to access patient in entire patient service area and transport supplies. Demonstrates manual dexterity, hearing acuity, and verbal ability. Displays ability for walking, lifting, bending, and stooping. Involves exposure to blood/body fluids, hazardous materials and communicable diseases.

Psychosocial: Ability to deal with frustration and stress appropriately. Ability to provide emotional support to terminally ill patients and their families.