Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - Full Time

Affinity Hospice; Stockbridge (GA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO, Sick Time, Holiday Pay

Gas Card Program & Car Maintenance Sti

Medical, Dental, Vision for full-time

401K

Employee Assistance Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Internal Company Advancement

End of life training

Job summary

Affinity Hospice is seeking a compassionate hospice aide (CNA) to provide in-home care under the supervision of a registered nurse. You will observe, report, and document patient care while supporting comfort and daily living activities.

Responsibilities include personal care, safety monitoring, and assistance with activities such as bathing, feeding, and mobility. Flexible hours with weekend rotation may be required to meet patient needs.

Qualifications

• Empathy for patient needs and comfort.
• Strong observation and reporting skills.
• Ability to work under supervision in home care settings.

Responsibilities

• Perform personal care tasks and respond promptly to patient requests.
• Ensure patient safety and proper use of equipment.
• Assist with bathing, oral hygiene, massages, bathing and changing bed linen.

Skills

Empathy

Flexibility

Observation

Education

High school graduate or equivalent

Tools

CPR certification

Job description

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.