CNA-Hospice (PRN) - Cleveland to Livingston

New-Age-Hospice; Cleveland (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

New-Age-Hospice seeks a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or Hospice Aide to provide in-home patient care across Cleveland to Livingston, TX. Works under RN supervision to support comfort, safety and daily living activities.

Responsibilities include direct patient care, safe transfers, documentation, infection control, and collaboration with families. Valid state CNA/HHA credentials preferred; travel required within North Houston and surrounding areas.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma preferred and approved aide training.
• At least one year experience as Hospice Aide or Nursing Assistant preferred.

Responsibilities

• Promotes the Hospice philosophy and administrative policies.
• Provides direct patient care to patient under RN direction.
• Assists with safe transfers and ambulation per policy.
• Reports changes and documents care rendered for continuity.
• Maintains infection control and a clean, safe environment.
• Communicates respectfully with patient, family and staff.
• Respects patient privacy and property.
• Assists with nutrition and fluids.
• Contributes to efficient operation and time management.
• Participates in the QAPI program.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Verbal communication

Documentation skills

Reading and writing

Reliable transportation

Education

High School Diploma preferred

State nurse aide training/competency program

Medicare §418.76 compliant training

Job description

Job Title: Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or Hospice Aide

Coverage Area: Cleveland to Livingston, TX

Job Summary: Primary function is to provide personal healthcare and related services to the patient in their place of residence; to assist in providing a safe and clean environment; work cooperatively with the patient, and family; and share observations and problems with the supervisor. Works under the direction and supervision of a registered nurse. Looking for an Aide who will cover North Houston and surround areas.

About Us:

Job Qualifications:

• Education: High School Diploma Preferred. Has successfully completed one of the following: A) Training program/competency evaluation as specified in §418.76(b)(c) of the Medicare regulations; B) Competency evaluation program that meets §418.76(c); C) Nurse aide training/competency evaluation program approved by the state and listed in good standing on the state nurse aide registry; D) State licensure program that meets requirements of §418.76(b)(c).
• Experience: At least one year experience preferred as a Hospice Aide or Nursing Assistant in a hospital, nursing home, home health agency, hospice or long-term care facility or completion of Certified Nursing Assistant or Certified Home Health Aide Program.
• Skills: Must be able to read, write, and verbally report clinical information to patients, representatives, and care givers, as well as to other hospice staff. Demonstrates interest in the welfare of the ill and elderly. Successful completion of the Aide Competency Evaluation Skills Checklist that meets §418.76(c) and written Skills Test.
• Transportation: Reliable transportation and current auto insurance. Current driver’s license.

Environmental and Working Conditions:

Works in patients’ homes in various conditions; possible exposure to blood, bodily fluids, and infectious diseases; ability to work a flexible schedule; ability to travel locally; some exposure to unpleasant weather.

Physical and Mental Effort:

Prolonged standing and walking required. Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and move patients. Requires working under some stressful conditions to meet deadlines, to identify patient needs, to make quick decisions, and to meet patient and family needs. Requires eye-hand coordination and manual dexterity. Ability to use durable medical equipment in the home.

Essential Functions:

1. Promotes the philosophy, mission and administrative policies of the Hospice by presenting a positive image.
2. Provides direct patient care to patient under direction of the RN and according to the Aide Plan of Care.
3. Provides necessary skills to assist the patient with safe transfers and ambulation per the Hospice policy.
4. Provides necessary skill to appropriately report changes and document pertinent information and care rendered to patient to ensure continuity of care.
5. Practices accepted infection control principles. Provide a clean, safe, and comfortable environment.
6. Promotes positive, supportive, respectful communication to patient/family and other employees.
7. Provides an environment which promotes respect for patient, privacy, and property.
8. Provides skills necessary to assist the patient with proper nutrition and adequate fluid intake.
9. Contributes to the management and efficient operation of the Hospice and demonstrates effective time management skills.
10. Participates in the QAPI program.
11. Provides skills necessary to perform treatments and procedures according to the Hospice policy.
12. Promotes the Hospice philosophy and administrative policies to ensure quality of care.
13. Performs other duties as assigned.