CNA-Outpatient-ABQ

Presbyterian Healthcare Services; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Scholarship opportunities

Staff safety badge

Loan forgiveness

Malpractice insurance

Job summary

Presbyterian Healthcare Services seeks a Home Health Aide to perform patient care in home settings under the direction of licensed clinicians. You will plan routes, manage caseload and document patient data in the EMR while supporting daily living activities.

The role requires a CNA and BLS, uses EPIC for charting, and involves travel to patient homes across Albuquerque and surrounding areas. Competitive benefits and growth opportunities are included.

Qualifications

• 1 year of direct patient care in any clinical setting, or in-home health/hospice is preferred.
• CNA certification and BLS are required.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and EPIC charting system.

Responsibilities

• Provides care in patient home setting under RN or licensed clinician.
• Plans routes to patient addresses and manages caseload to ensure timely care.
• Documents in patient record and records vital signs and patient data as ordered.
• Assists with activities of daily living and medication prompts.
• Follows care plan and participates in IDT conferences.
• Performs simple meal preparation, housekeeping tasks and respite care as ordered.

Skills

Good driving record

Education

CNA Certification

High School Diploma or equivalent

BLS Certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

EPIC charting

EMR platforms

Laptop/Smartphone usage

Job description

Location Address:

8100 Constitution Pl NEAlbuquerque, NM 87110-7643

Compensation Pay Range:

Minimum Offer $0.00Maximum Offer $0.00

Summary:

Performs specific patient care procedures (such as basic wound care and catheter maintenance) and tasks under the direction of the primary registered nurse or other licensed clinician. All procedures, duties, and tasks are to be completed under the patients care plan as ordered in conjunction with the physician. Patient care primary setting is in the patient home which can include single family residence, Assisted Living Facilities (ALF), or Nursing Home. Patient level of care can range from skilled Home Healthcare, Palliative, and/or Hospice.

How you grow, learn and thrive matters here.

• Educational and career development options, including tuition and certification reimbursement, scholarship opportunities
• Staff Safety (a wearable badge that allows nurses to quickly and discreetly call for help when safety is a concern)
• Differentials for night/weekend shifts, higher education, certifications and various lead roles (for eligible positions)
• Malpractice liability insurance
• Loan forgiveness through the New Mexico Higher Education Department
• EPIC electronic charting system

Type of Opportunity: Full timeFTE: 1.00Job Exempt: NoWork Shift: Days (United States of America)

Responsibilities:

• Works clinically under the direction of a registered nurse or licensed clinician while independently providing care in the patient home setting.
• Plans and navigates route to patient service address based on road/traffic conditions utilizing driving applications when necessary.
• Manages and maintains patient caseload and patient scheduling to ensure frequency/duration of ordered care is delivered timely while taking into account patient preference.
• Monitors, collects, and records information in the patient record. Collects and records vital signs, skin, bowel and bladder function, tolerance to activities, and other patient data, as ordered in the CNA careplan.
• Reports any significant problems or changes in patient status to the primary RN/clinician.
• Performs personal care and assists with activities of daily living such as personal hygiene (shaving, mouth care, foot care, peri-care, and bathing) and emotional support.
• Assists with restorative aide duties for feeding patients and report on tolerance.
• Performs basic wound care and catheter maintenance, as ordered and directed by the RN case manager
• Applies oxygen delivery devices as ordered without altering settings or determining rates. Assists patients with portable oxygen, oxygen concentrator, humidifier, and ensures oxygen safety measures.
• Assists patient with bed and commode transfers, ambulation with or without equipment, including Hoyer lift.
• Assists patient with prescribed exercises including range of motion (ROM).
• Assists patients with taking medications by providing verbal cues/prompts to take oral medications which are labeled in a container, with dose and time, set up by patient, family or nurse.
• Follows written treatment care plan as established by the team offering suggestions for modification. Actively participates in IDT and Case Conferences.
• Reinforces teaching of patient and family/caregivers, such as personal care techniques, including care of skin, repositioning and transferring following training by R.N. or therapist.
• Clinical documentation of care according to agency policy, regulations and standards.
• Provides simple meal preparation, cleaning of work area, laundry and respite care as ordered.
• Participates in agency continuous quality improvement activities as required.
• Performs other functions as required

Qualifications:

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• 1 year of direct patient care in any clinical setting, or in-home health/hospice is preferred.
• CNA (Certified Nursing Assistant) certification
• BLS
• Microsoft Office
• Electronic devices, laptop, desktop, smartphone, program applications
• Electronic Medical Record on various platforms
• Ability to learn and document in EPIC charting system
• Good driving record, as defined by Presbyterian, access to a vehicle, driverAs license, auto insurance

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About Presbyterian Healthcare Services

Presbyterian exists to improve the health of patients, members, and the communities we serve. We are locally owned, not-for-profit healthcare system of nine hospitals, a statewide health plan and a growing multi-specialty medical group. Founded in New Mexico in 1908, we are the state's largest private employer with nearly 14,000 employees - including more than 1600 providers and nearly 4,700 nurses.

Our health plan serves more than 580,000 members statewide and offers Medicare Advantage, Medicaid (Centennial Care) and Commercial health plans.

AA/EOE/VET/DISABLED. PHS is a drug-free and tobacco-free employer with smoke free campuses.

Compensation Disclaimer

The compensation range for this role takes into account a wide range of factors, including but not limited to experience and training, internal equity, and other business and organizational needs.

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