Hospice Inpatient Center Certified Nursing Assistant

Hospice Inpatient Center Certified Nursing Assistant

Waldorf - Waldorf, MD 20603

Overview

Salary Range $20.00 - $26.00 Hourly

Description

This is a night shift position working 3 12-hour shifts from 7pm - 7:30am, with rotating days and weekends. Want to join our Team? We are currently looking for a dedicated Certified Nursing Assistant to join our team in our Charles County Inpatient Care Center located in Waldorf, Maryland. As a Certified Nursing Assistant, you will assist with providing care for those with life-limiting illnesses, helping patients and their caregivers navigate end-of-life care with compassion on an as needed basis.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Under the direction of an RN, performs all required interventions and/or procedures to provide for total patient care in the clinical setting according to the plan of care, including turning, transporting, catheter care, bathing and skin care. Provides care at time of death as assigned. Contacts RN Case Manager or designee for any changes that relates to the plan of care.
• Report changes in the patient medical, emotional, spiritual or psychosocial status to the RN Case Manager or designee.
• Documents appropriately and according to the plan of care using technologies provided by HOC which may include phone applications such as Mobile Lite. Documents at the time of visit and reports any barriers to timely documentation immediately to supervisor or designee. Completes paper documentation when applicable according to the documentation guidelines for CNA.
• Follows guidelines to report technology failures per HOC policy such as contacting the HELP desk if unable to perform duties as assigned; such as document on phone or complete In-services or retrieve emails.
• Assists in the collection of data regarding family needs for bereavement services following the patient's death and conveys information to primary.
• Identifies and recommends medical equipment and supplies that will assist in maintaining patient's comfort and caregiver's ability to provide care and communicates this information to the RN.
• Demonstrates knowledge of and always follows Standard Precautions and infection control procedures.
• Uses proper body mechanics when caring for patient. Brings any safety issues to attention of RN Case Manager and Clinical Manager.
• Demonstrates knowledge of home safety issues and follows safety practices for storage, handling and access to supplies appropriate to the situation.
• Consistently utilizes effective time management and performs functions efficiently.
• Reports patient/family/employee incidents as required by HOC policy.
• Records time and mileage appropriately and timely according to HOC policy.
• As per the plan of care, provides patients with clean linen and makes or straightens bed. Demonstrates knowledge of correct bed making procedures (occupied, unoccupied) as outlined in the procedure manual. Maintains clean, neat patient care area.
• As per the plan of care, assists with patient meals. Moves patient in proper position to eat. Sets up tray for patient. Assists or feeds patient as ordered
• Provides for patient privacy at all times.
• Completes minimum of 12 hours of in-service training a year. Must complete all in-services on time. Completes additional trainings as assigned.
• Other duties as assigned.

What We Offer:

• A rewarding and fulfilling career with a company that values your contributions
• Competitive salary and generous paid time off, including 18 vacation days, 10 sick days, and 8 paid holidays in your first year of employment with HOC. Access to our Emergency Sick Bank to provide a safety net gift of up to 80 hours of sick time for medical emergencies if you run out of paid time off.
• Educational assistance to pursue professional development, additional certifications and degree programs
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage, company-paid Short Term Disability and Life Insurance, and available accident and critical illness coverage.

In accordance with Hospice of the Chesapeake's commitment to leadership and industry-leading care, we require that all employees be vaccinated against influenza, as well as being screened for TB upon hire and annually thereafter. Documented and supported requests for religious and medical accommodations may be considered but may not be approved in all circumstances.

Qualifications

• Possess a current Maryland CNA certification and the ability to pass a written CNA test required.
• Minimum of one year of experience in a health care setting.
• Basic ability to read, write and understand English.
• Must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with/without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to recognize safety issues to self and others and be able to assess and implement use of lifts or other personnel to lift and move patients of all sizes and weights in a safe manner.
• Ability to perform consistently in stressful situations.
• Basic computer skills, to include but not limited to Microsoft Word and Outlook, required.
• Effective oral, written and interpersonal communication skills.
• Effective problem-solving skills with the ability to prioritize and delegate.
• Demonstrated commitment to quality, timely and cost-effective patient care.
• Ability to simultaneously handle multiple assignments and projects with attention to details, efficiency, accuracy and deadlines.

About Hospice of the Chesapeake

At Hospice of the Chesapeake, we create meaningful experiences for those in the communities we serve who are experiencing serious advanced illness and loss. We believe truly meaningful experiences come from a partnership between highly skilled and compassionate professionals, our healthcare partners and the patient and family with a primary focus on living each day to the fullest extent possible. We develop care plans to minimize symptoms, articulate what matters most, and remember that each moment matters.

We are Your Hometown Hospice! Over the last 45 years, our team has cared for more than 50,000 hospice patients and nearly 100,000 family members.