Certified Nurse Aide (CNA)

Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) needed for hospice care in the Grand Rapids area!

PRN/PT Need: Monday - Friday, 8:30a to 5p, no call or weekends. Will need 1 to 2 days per week of coverage.

JOB SUMMARY:
CNA will provide personal care services to the terminally ill hospice patient as needed, along with understanding to the family and in time of bereavement. Under the direction of an RN, hospice care will be given within the guidelines of the IDG care plan. This position will see patients 15-20 per week in a skilled nursing facility.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or GED.
• Graduate from an approved training and competency course.
• Pass the Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) Competency Evaluation Program at an authorized regional testing facility and be registered as a Certified CNA in Michigan.
• Minimum 2 years of experience as a Nursing Assistant or Home Health Aide, preferred.
• Must have recent bedside care experience/active patient contact within the three years preferred.

TRANSPORTATION:

• Must have a current valid driver's license, auto liability insurance and reliable transportation.
• Mileage reimbursement.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES needed to be successful in this role:

• Ability to work independently, make accurate, and at times, quick judgments.
• Ability to respond appropriately to crisis outside of a hospital setting.
• Acceptance of and adaptability to different social, racial, cultural and religious modes.