Certified Nursing Assistant Per Diem

Kanawha Hospice Care, Inc.; Charleston, Northern (WV, KY); Hybrid; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Kanawha Hospice Care, Inc. in Charleston, WV seeks a Substitute CNA to assist patients and families at home, under supervision of a licensed nurse. Duties include personal care, ADLs, and supporting the home health team.

Requires a high school diploma; CNA or home health aide experience preferred. Must pass screenings; physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform tasks in a fast-paced home setting.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• One year CNA, nurse aide, or home health aide preferred.
• Contingent upon successful completion of screenings as applicable.

Responsibilities

• Assist hospice patients and families with personal care and activities of daily living (ADLs).
• Manage patient caseload and support the patient/families in the home setting.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the licensed nurse.

Skills

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

People skills

Communication

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Shift: 8:00 - 4:30pm

Job Location: Charleston, WV and surrounding areas

Position Summary:

Substitutes for full-time CNA. Under the supervision of assigned licensed nurse, assists the hospice patient/ family with personal care, activities of daily living (ADLs) and other duties as instructed by the licensed nurse. Manages patient caseload and provides support to patient/families in the home setting. Performs other job duties as assigned.

Position Qualifications:

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• One year CNA, nurse aide, or home health aide preferred.
• Strong problem-solving, organizational, communication, and people skills.
• Contingent upon successful completion of drug screen, background check, and other screenings as applicable.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift, transfer, and reposition patients up to 50 pounds independently and over 50 pounds with assistance.
• Frequent standing and walking for extended periods (8-12 hour per shift).
• Frequent bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and reaching.
• Ability to push and pull equipment (e.g., wheelchairs, stretchers, and medication carts).
• Visual acuity to read medication labels, physician orders, and monitors.
• Auditory ability to assess patient needs and respond to alarms or calls for assistance.
• Exposure to infectious diseases, bloodborne pathogens, and bodily fluids.
• Frequent interaction with patients, families, and interdisciplinary team members.
• Fast-paced clinical settings with potential for high stress.
• Required use of personal protective equipment (PPE).

For questions, please contact Rhonda Casto