CNA Cornerstone Hospice - Ocala Home Visits

Chapters Health System; Ocala (FL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Chapters Health System seeks a dedicated CNA to provide personal care, homemaker assistance, and defined nursing procedures under RN supervision in Florida. The role supports patient and caregiver needs with a focus on safety and comfort.

The position requires valid CNA certification in the state and active BLS. A high school diploma or GED and reliable transportation are essential. Mon-Fri schedule is typical, with responsibilities across home-based care environments.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Current CNA certification in the state of employment.
• Minimum 6 months CNA or Home Health Aide experience preferred.
• Active BLS for healthcare professionals from AHA or Red Cross.
• For current Hope Employees: BLS by 2025-01-01.
• For current Capital Caring employees: BLS by 2024-11-01.
• Valid driver's license and automobile insurance per policy.
• Reliable transportation to meet work schedule.
• Ability to communicate in English.
• Ability to manage emotional stress of caring for ill patients and families.
• Ability to perform essential functions with/without accommodation.
• Must be able to access homes/facilities (stairs, heat, etc.).
• Willingness to contact individuals with communicable diseases.

Responsibilities

• Represent Company professionally through care delivered and services provided.
• Comply with all regulations and Company policies.
• Observe health, safety and security practices.
• Maintain confidentiality of patients and colleagues.
• Use resources fiscally and responsibly.
• Promote Company in community and professional organizations.
• Participate in quality improvement activities and professional development.
• Communicate significant issues to RN or Clinical Manager.
• Perform duties as assigned.

Skills

English communication

Compassion

Education

CNA certification (state)

Job description

It's inspiring to work with a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing!

When you become part of the Chapters Health Team, you'll realize it's more than a job. It's a mission. We're committed to providing outstanding patient care and a high level of customer service in our communities every day. Our employees make all the difference in our success!

Monday-Friday

The CNA performs personal care, homemaker assistance and defined nursing procedures for patients and their caregivers while under RN direction and supervision.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED or an equivalent combination of education and experience

• Current certification as CNA in the state in which employee will be working

• Minimum of six (6) months of CNA or Home Health Aide experience preferred

• Active BLS for healthcare professionals from the American Heart Association or Red Cross.

• For current Hope Employees: BLS should be obtained by January 1, 2025

• For current Capital Caring employees: BLS should be obtained by November 1, 2024

• Mobile Driver - Valid driver's license and automobile insurance per Company policy

• Reliable transportation to meet work schedule

• Ability to use equipment with visual and auditory mechanisms

• Ability to communicate (written and verbal) in English

• Ability to manage the emotional stress of working with and caring for ill patients and their families

• Ability to perform the essential functions and physical requirements (including, but not limited to: lifting patients and/or equipment, bending, pushing/pulling, kneeling) of the job with or without reasonable accommodation

• Must be able to physically access any home or facility in assigned area (i.e., navigate stairs and narrow spaces, tolerate heat and lack of air conditioning)

• Must be able/willing to have contact with individuals with communicable diseases

Competencies:

• Satisfactorily complete competency requirements for this position

Responsibilities of all employees:

• Represent Company professionally at all times through care delivered and/or services provided to all clients

• Comply with all State, federal and local government regulations, maintaining a strong position against fraud and abuse

• Comply with Company policies, procedures and standard practices

• Observe Company’s health, safety and security practices

• Maintain the confidentiality of patients, families, colleagues and other sensitive situations within Company

• Use resources in a fiscally responsible manner

• Promote Company through participation in community and professional organizations

• Participate proactively in improving performance at the organizational, departmental and individual levels Improve own professional knowledge and skill level

• Advance electronic media skills.

• Support company research and educational activities

• Share expertise with co-workers both formally and informally

• Participate in Quality Assessment and Performance Improvement activities as appropriate for the position.

• Maintains competencies/contact hours as required by Company and regulations.

• Provides only patient/caregiver services according to written Aide/Caregiver Plan of Care and Company policies and procedure.

• Practices safe and proper body mechanics relative to moving, positioning and transferring patients.

• Assists patient and or caregiver in maintaining a clean and safe home.

• Provides caregiver relief as part of the Plan of Care.

• Transports supplies, lab specimens, documents and other items needed to meet the Plan of Care as requested by the RN.

• Under the direction or supervision of an RN, the Aide may perform activities that promote activities of daily living.

• Contributes to the development of the Plan of Care by reporting observations to RN.

• Communicates any significant issues or symptoms to the RN or Clinical Manager.

• During times of emergencies (i.e. Hurricanes, etc.), the LPN may be required to report to work at a location designated by the company, to ensure continuity of services. This may include reporting to work ahead of your scheduled date/time due to planned lock down of unit, and staying overnight(s) based on duration of emergency

• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Some locations may require:

• Cross training to field (home/facility/admission) positions of equal licensure/certification and scope when hospice house census calls for flexible staffing.

• Physical Demands for Post Offer/Pre-Placement (The demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an individual to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation.):

Compensation Pay Range:

$16.96 - $25.24

This position requires consent to drug and/or alcohol testing after a conditional offer of employment is made, as well as on-going compliance with the Drug-Free Workplace Policy.

All Chapters Health System employees performing services for Florida affiliates are submitted through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse to verify eligibility after a conditional offer of employment is made as well as ongoing eligibility. For more information, please visit https://info.flclearinghouse.com/.