Certified Nursing Assistant

The hospice aide is a paraprofessional member of the interdisciplinary group who works under the supervision of a registered nurse and performsvarious servicesfor a patient as necessary to meet the patient’s personal needs and to promote comfort.The hospice aideis responsible forobservingthe patient, reporting theseobservationsand documenting observations and care performed. The hospice aide will be assigned by a Case Manager in a manner that promotes quality,continuityand safety of a patient’s care. Essential Job Functions/Responsibilities Responsibilities of the hospice aide include, but are not limited to, the following: Performing personal care needs after given a patient’s assignment and attending to his/her requests promptly.If unable to perform a certain task, report to the Case Manager immediately. Providing patient and family with positive communication techniques, within realm of ethical and respectful care, including confidentiality. Meeting safety needs of patient and using equipment safely and properly (foot stools, side rails, O2etc.) Givingpersonalcare including baths, back rubs, oral hygiene, shampoos and changing bed linen as often as assigned. Assistingin dressing and undressing patients as assigned. Assistwith preparation ofnutritious mealsas requested. Assistingin feeding the patient as assigned. Taking and recording oral, and auxiliary temperatures, pulse,respirationand blood pressure when ordered withappropriate completed/demonstratedskills competency. Providing proper care and observation of patient’s skin to prevent breakdown of tissue over bony prominence. Assessing and reporting on patient’s condition and significant changes to the Case Manager.Also aware of the caregiver or other individuals living with the patient and interpersonal issues. Assistingin ambulation and exercise as instructed by the hospice nurse or therapist. Providenormal range of motion and transfers/positioning as directed. Assistancewith self-administered medications as allowed by state regulations, such as “reminders.” Offering andassistingwith bedpans and urinals.Providing assistanceas assigned with light laundry needs. Performing range of motion and other simple procedures as an extensional therapy service as ordered withappropriate completed/demonstratedskills competency. Providing respite for patient’s/family/caregiver when on-site, asappropriate. Keeping patient’s living area clean and orderly, as assigned. Adhering to the organization’s documentation and care procedures and standards of personal and professional conduct. Participates in quality assessment performance improvement teams and activities. Respectful of patient and family/caregiver environment and patient’s personal needs. The above statements are only meant to be a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job.The incumbents may be requested to perform job related tasks other than thosestatedin this description. Position Qualifications Completed a minimum of 75 hours of classroom and supervised practical training and be at least 18 years of age.Sixteen hours of classroom must be completed prior to a mandatory 16 hours of practical training. Mustpossessand maintains current CPR certification. Ability toredand follow written instructions and must document care given. Knowledgeorcorporate business management, governmentalregulationsand ACHC standards. Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insuredin accordance withstate and/or organization requirements and is in good working order.Driving isrequiredthroughout hours worked. Demonstrates excellent observation, verbal and written communication skills, problem solving skills, and basic math skills. Prolonged or considerable walking or standing.Able to lift, position and/or transfer patients.Able to lift supplies and equipment.Considerable reaching, stooping, bending,kneelingand/or crouching.Visual Acuity and hearing to perform required certified nursing assistant skills. Complieswithaccepted professional standards and practice. Shows ability to organize and prioritize independently, make judgements based on assessments and data available, and act accordingly.Must be flexible, innovative, andpossessgood interpersonal skills.Must be able to cope with mental and emotional stress anddemonstrateemotional stability. Be able to tolerate exposure to elements including, but not limitedto:odors, blood, body fluids and excrement, adverse environmentalconditionsand hazardous materials. Ability to work as a member of the interdisciplinary group. Ability to accept different lifestyles, cultures, beliefs, and values. Knowledge of commitment to hospice philosophy of care. Job Limitations The hospice aide will not function in anymannerviewed as the practice of nursing according to the Nurse Practice Act.Specifically, the hospice aide will not administer medications, take physician’sordersor perform procedures requiring the training,knowledgeand skill of a licensed nurse, such as sterile techniques. Skills Required Good oral and written communications Good organizational skills Working Conditions Community home environment Exposure to infectious diseases In and out of automobileoften throughout working hours #J-18808-Ljbffr Dunes Hospice