CNA/HHA

Bristol Hospice; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 27,552 - 30,307; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Reimbursement

PTO and Paid Holidays

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance

HSA & 401(k) available

Mileage Reimbursement

Advanced training programs

Job summary

Bristol Hospice in Atlanta, GA is seeking a Certified Nursing Assistant to provide personal care and support to patients in need. Responsibilities include assisting with daily tasks and maintaining a safe environment.

The ideal candidate should possess strong communication skills, empathy, and organizational abilities, and must be a certified nursing assistant. Bristol Hospice offers a supportive work culture and various perks, including tuition reimbursement, PTO, and comprehensive insurance.

Qualifications

• Must be a Certified Nursing Assistant.
• Preferred to have one year of experience in community health/hospice or medical/surgical environments.
• Willingness to submit to a criminal background check prior to hire.

Responsibilities

• Perform personal care needs after receiving a patient’s assignment.
• Provide patient and family with positive communication techniques.
• Assess and report on patient’s condition and significant changes.

Skills

Certified Nursing Assistant

Effective communication skills

Empathy for the needs of the ill

Organizational skills

Education

Minimum 75 hours of classroom and supervised practical training

Tools

CPR certification

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Bristol Hospice - Atlanta, GA 30339
Position Type: Full Time – Hourly
Salary Range: $20.00 - $22.00 per hour
Job Shift: Day

Responsibilities

• Perform personal care needs after receiving a patient’s assignment and attend to his/her requests promptly; if unable to perform a certain task, report to the Case Manager immediately.
• Provide patient and family with positive communication techniques within the realm of ethical and respectful care, including confidentiality.
• Meet safety needs of patient and use equipment safely and properly (foot stools, side rails, O2, etc.).
• Provide personal care including baths, back rubs, oral hygiene, shampoos and changing bed linen as often as assigned.
• Assist in dressing and undressing patients, as assigned.
• Plan and prepare nutritious meals, including shopping, as assigned.
• Assist in feeding the patient, as assigned.
• Take and record oral, rectal and auxiliary temperatures, pulse, respiration and blood pressure when ordered with appropriate completed/demonstrated skills competency.
• Provide proper care and observation of patient’s skin to prevent breakdown of tissue over bony prominence.
• Assess and report on patient’s condition and significant changes to the Case Manager; also, be aware of the caregiver or other individuals living with the patient and interpersonal issues.
• Assist in ambulation and exercise as instructed by the hospice nurse or therapist.
• Provide normal range of motion and transfers/positioning, as directed.
• Assist with self-administered medications as allowed by state regulations, such as “reminders”.
• Offer and assist with bedpan and urinal aid, as assigned.
• Aid with light laundry needs if necessary.
• Perform range of motion and other simple procedures as an extensional therapy service, as ordered with appropriate completed/demonstrated skills competency.
• Provide respite for patient’s family/caregiver when on-site, as appropriate.
• Maintain patient’s living area is clean and orderly, as assigned.
• Adhere to the organization’s documentation and care procedures and standards of personal and professional conduct.
• Participate in quality assessment performance improvement teams and activities.
• Respect patient and family/caregiver environment and patient’s personal needs.
• All other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Must be a Certified Nursing Assistant (applicable for all States, additional requirements for California residents).
• For California residents: Must be a CNA in good standing AND must have a current Home Health Aide (HHA) certification in good standing in the State of California.
• Preferred to have one (1) year experience in community health/hospice or medical/surgical environments.
• Must have completed a minimum of 75 hours of classroom and supervised practical training.
• Licensed driver with automobile that is insured in accordance with organization/state requirements and is in good working order.
• Willingness to submit to a criminal background check prior to hire and annually thereafter.
• Current CPR certification.

Ideal Candidate

• Ability to read and follow written instructions.
• Understanding of hospice philosophy and comfort providing specialized care to the terminally ill.
• Ability to work autonomously with little direct supervision.
• Demonstrate tact, patience and good personal hygiene.
• Effective communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Understanding of plan of care documentation.
• Flexible in work hours to ensure patients receive care as provided in the plan of care.
• Empathy for the needs of the ill, injured, frail and impaired.
• Comfortable addressing issues of death/dying.
• Calm demeanor when entering the patient’s home.

Perks

• Tuition Reimbursement
• PTO and Paid Holidays
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance and more
• HSA & 401(k) available
• Mileage Reimbursement for applicable positions
• Advanced training programs
• Passionate company culture committed to the highest standard of care in the hospice industry

EEOC Statement

Bristol Hospice is an equal‑opportunity employer. Our success depends upon our ability to create and maintain a diverse and supportive work environment where individuality is promoted. Bristol puts high priority on the worth of every person. We do not base our hiring decisions on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, disability, national or ethnic origin, military service status, citizenship, or other protected characteristics.