Certified Nursing Assistant

Amedisys Hospice AideFull-time daysMake a difference every day as an Amedisys hospice aideJoin Amedisys-one of the largest and most trusted home health and hospice companies in the U.S.-where flexibility, purpose and growth come together to help patients heal where they feel most comfortable, at home. Attractive pay$16.00 - $18.00 HourlyResponsibilitiesProvides personal care services to patients.Applies safety principles and proper body mechanics to the performance of specific techniques of personal and supportive care such as ambulation of clients, transferring clients, assisting with the normal range of motion and positioning, and doing household chores.Plans and prepares nutritious meals, assists with feeding, as assigned.Performs homemaking and other environmental services as assigned.Observes, reports, and documents any changes in patient's status. If unable to perform a certain task, report to the primary nurse.Follow specific written instructions for personal care prepared by a registered nurse in accordance with the plan of care. Written instructions are to be received prior to the delivery of services.Assists patients with prescribed exercises as instructed by nurse or therapist.Performs and records simple urine tests for sugar, acetone, and albumin.Other duties as assigned.QualificationsHigh school diploma or equivalent.Current state certification (or registration) as a nurse assistant as per state certification/registration requirements.CNA experience within the last two years.Current CPR certification.Valid driver's license, reliable transportation and liability insurance.Amedisys is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified employees and applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, pregnancy, marital status, national origin, citizenship status, disability, military status, sexual orientation, genetic predisposition or carrier status or any other legally protected characteristic.