Certified Nursing Assistant - Hospice

HSP_03 Halifax Hospice Inc.; Florida; On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Halifax Health is seeking a Night shift Certified Nursing Assistant for our hospice services in Florida. The CNA will provide direct and indirect patient care under the supervision of RNs/LPNs, take vitals, monitor intake/output, and document care using paper and computer systems.

A friendly, team-focused approach and strong communication are essential. Required are a Florida CNA certificate and a high school diploma or GED; at least basic computer skills; and a patient-service mindset to

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Current Florida CNA certification required.
• Minimum of one year's experience preferred.
• Must possess good computer skills.
• Must be customer-service oriented and able to effectively communicate and build relationships with Team Members.
• Must have excellent interpersonal and communication skills to assist in providing exceptional care for patients and families.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct and indirect patient care under the direction of a Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse.
• Take vital signs and record fluid intake and output.
• Recognize and report changes in patient condition; document care on written flow sheet and computer.
• Maintain a positive attitude and demeanor; be an effective team member with strong communication.

Skills

Patient care

Vital signs

Communication

Teamwork

Documentation

Computer skills

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Florida CNA certification

Job description

Night (United States of America) Certified Nursing Assistant - Hospice

The CNA provides direct and indirect care to patients under the direction of a Registered Nurse or a Licensed Practical Nurse. Job responsibilities include basic patient care, the ability to obtain vital signs, recording fluid intake and output, recognizing and reporting changes in patient condition, and documentation of patient care on written flow sheet and computer. This job also requires a positive attitude and demeanor, good communication skills, and performing as an effective Team Member.

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent required.
• Current/active Florida CNA certification required.
• Minimum of one year's experience preferred.
• Must possess good computer skills.
• Must be customer-service oriented and able to effectively communicate and build relationships with Team Members at all levels in the organization.
• Must have excellent interpersonal and communication skills, to assist in providing exceptional care for our patients and their families.

We're glad you're here. As a cornerstone of our community, we need strong, compassionate and talented medical professionals just like you. Our team works together to ensure that families receive the highest-quality care in a pleasant setting where they feel valued.

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Recognized as one of the 50 Top Cardiovascular Hospitals™ in the United States by IBM Watson Health™, Halifax Health serves Volusia and Flagler counties, providing a continuum of health care services through a network of organizations including a tertiary hospital, two community hospitals, urgent care clinics, psychiatric services, a cancer treatment center with five outreach locations, the area’s largest hospice, a center for inpatient rehabilitation, outpatient rehabilitation clinics, primary care walk-in clinics, a clinic specializing in women's health, a pediatric care community clinic, five pediatric medical practices, a home health care agency and an exclusive provider organization. Halifax Health offers the area’s only Level II Trauma Center, Thrombectomy-Capable Stroke Center (TSC), Center for Transplant Services, Pediatric Intensive Care Unit, Child and Adolescent Behavioral Services, complete Neurosurgical Services, OB Emergency Department and Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit that cares for babies born earlier than 28 weeks.