CNA, Hospice

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

· Reports perceived changes in condition to the registered nurse.

· Perform normal household services essential to health care at home.

· Lifts, moves and transports patients, using proper body mechanics or lifting devices for accident prevention.

· May not administer medications but may remind the client to take medication and may deliver medication refills as directed by the licensed nurse.

· Perform simple diagnostic activities, i.e.: taking vital signs (blood pressure, pulse, respirations), taking oral, axially, or rectal temperature: testing urine, collecting urine or stool specimens: if included in the plan of care.

· Perform activities of daily living as written in plan of care.

· Provide social interaction and reassurance to the client and family, in accordance with the plan of care.

· Documentation of the care provided is reported in the patient record.

This job description is not intended to be all inclusive and the employee will also perform other reasonably related business duties as assigned by management.

Location: La Grange, Texas

Shift: Full Time (Monday thru Friday, 8 am to 5 pm, some rotational weekend coverage)

Benefits: Health, Dental and Vision Insurance, 403b Retirement, PTO Accrual, CHPN Certification, HSA, Life Insurance, and more!

· CNA license in state of Texas

· 1 years of clinical experience, Home Health or Hospice preferred

· Valid driver’s license, auto insurance and reliable transportation