Hospice CNA

Job Description

Job Description

"LSMNJ is a very cohesive company that truly values their employees. There is a heart to this company that truly cares and practices it's mission statement from the C level that includes all employees, on a day to day basis. I am proud to work here and to be part of this LSMNJ Team!"

"All the managers are very friendly and always listen to our problems and find solutions to it."

"I feel that this is a great place to work because we are not just co workers we are a family who loves and care about our fellow peers."

"Employees in Hospice are close knit and genuinely care about each other and our patients."

Those are real statements from real employees at Journey Hospice.

We hope you feel the same way once you experience what it is like to work here.....

*Caring* *Commitment* *Compassion* *Honesty* These are few of words that describes our Culture. Apply today and learn more!

We have are looking for Per Diem Hospice CNA's to serve our clients in Franklin, Adams and York Counties! This position offers flexibility and competitive pay!

The Hospice CNA provides personal care and light housekeeping services to terminally ill patients in the home, nursing facility, inpatient units or other environments where the Hospice patient resides in accordance with an established plan of care and under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN). Actively participates as a member of the Hospice Interdisciplinary Team (IDT). Provides care and comfort to patients in accordance with assigned tasks and established interdisciplinary and Hospice Aide plan of care. Observes the patient, reports and documents observations and care performed. Provides timely documentation of services based on the patient’s care plan

Basic Qualifications:

Education/Training/Certifications: Must have High school diploma or GED.

Completion of a training program as outlined under the Medicare Hospice Conditions of Participation 418.76 and approved by the Pennsylvania of Nursing.

Must demonstrate skills and have a passing score on a written competency test in accordance with 42 C.F.R. Section 484.36 or 418.76(c) prior to working independently with a patient.

Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation that is insured in accordance with PA requirements.

Skill(s): Must maintain a professional attitude and demeanor and is be able to communicate effectively and relate courteously and cooperatively with patients, caregivers, colleagues, supervisors, co-workers and all others.

Must be able to demonstrate optimism, enthusiasm and willingness to work constructively with other health care team members and reflect concern for the well-being of patients and employees.

Interact with all staff in a positive and motivational fashion supporting the mission and vision of the organization.

Experience: Minimum age requirement of eighteen (18).

One (1) year of direct patient care experience in an institutional or home care setting required with community health/hospice experience preferred. Must demonstrate the ability to be able to work within a multidisciplinary team setting. Understanding of Hospice philosophy and needs of terminally ill.

LSMNJ is an Equal Opportunity Employer.