Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Affinity Hospice; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO & holidays

Gas card

Medical, dental, vision

401K

EAP

Tuition reimbursement

Internal advancement

End of life training

Job summary

Affinity Hospice in Birmingham, AL is seeking a compassionate hospice aide (CNA) to join our patient-centered care team. You will work in patients' homes under RN supervision, performing personal care and ensuring comfort while documenting observations.

This full-time role requires high school diploma, CPR certification, and a valid driver's license with reliable vehicle. Travel locally and participate in holiday/weekend rotations as needed; training and advancement opportunities available.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Meet the training and certification requirements of the State.
• Current CPR certification required.
• Licensed driver with insured vehicle in good condition.

Responsibilities

• Perform personal care tasks and attend to patient requests promptly.
• Meet safety needs and use equipment safely.
• Assist with baths, hygiene, and changing bed linens.
• Assist in dressing and feeding the patient as assigned.
• Assess and report changes to the case manager.
• Adhere to care procedures and professional conduct.
• No nursing duties or medications; CNA support only.

Skills

Empathy

Patient care

Observation

Documentation

Education

High school diploma

CPR certification

Job description

About Us:

Affinity Hospice is one of the fastest growing, privately held hospice organizations in the country. We are passionate about giving exceptional care to our hospice patients and their families. We believe the care we provide truly matters, and we would love to have you join our nationally recognized team!

Job Description

About Us:

Affinity Hospice is one of the fastest growing, privately held hospice organizations in the country. We are passionate about giving exceptional care to our hospice patients and their families. We believe the care we provide truly matters, and we would love to have you join our nationally recognized team!

What We Offer:

• Paid Time Off (PTO), Sick Time, and Holiday Pay
• Gas Card Program and Car Maintenance Stipend
• Benefit Package (Medical, Dental, Vision and more) for full-time employees
• 401K
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement for eligible employees
• Internal Company Advancement
• Free end of life training

Position Summary:

The hospice aide (CNA) is a paraprofessional member of the interdisciplinary group who works under the supervision of a registered nurse and performs various services for a patient as necessary to meet the patient's personal needs and to promote comfort. The hospice aide is responsible for observing the patient, reporting these observations and documenting observations and care performed.

Hours / Schedule:

Full Time; (40) hours / week. Works in patients' home in various conditions. Ability to work flexible schedule, ability to travel locally and ability to participate in holiday and weekend rotation as appropriate.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Meet the training and certification requirements of the State.
• Possess and maintain current CPR certification.
• Licensed driver with automobile that is insured in accordance with organization requirements and is in good working order.
• Able to show empathy for the needs of the ill, injured, frail and the impaired.
• Prolonged standing and walking required, with the ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and move patients.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform personal care needs after given a patient's assignment and attending to his/her requests promptly.
• Meet the safety needs of patients and use equipment safely and properly (foot stools, side rails, O2 etc.)
• Perform personal care tasks including baths, back rubs, oral hygiene, shampoos, and changing bed linen as often as assigned.
• Assist in dressing and undressing patients as assigned.
• Assist in feeding the patient as assigned.
• Assess and report on patients’ condition and significant changes to the case manager.
• Adhere to the organization's documentation and care procedures and standards of personal and professional conduct.
• The hospice aide will not function in any manner, viewed as the practice of nursing according to the Nurse Practice Act. Specifically, the hospice aide will not administer medications, take physician's orders or perform procedures requiring the training, knowledge and skill of a licensed nurse, such as sterile techniques.
• Perform other CNA duties as assigned by management to support department goals and initiatives.

Affinity Hospice is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.