CNA per diem

chaptershealth; Ocala (FL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

Chapters Health is seeking a Per Diem CNA to provide personal care, homemaker assistance and defined nursing procedures under RN direction. The role requires English communication, BLS certification and a valid driver's license to serve patients in assigned areas.

Responsibilities include maintaining a clean, safe home environment, following the Plan of Care, and reporting observations to the RN. Ability to handle emotional stress and travel between locations is essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED or equivalent experience.
• CNA certification valid in the state of employment.
• Minimum 6 months CNA/Home Health Aide experience preferred.
• Active BLS from AHA or Red Cross.
• For current Hope Employees: BLS by Jan 1, 2025.
• For current Capital Caring employees: BLS by Nov 1, 2024.
• Valid driver's license and automobile insurance per Company policy.

Responsibilities

• Represent Company professionally in care and services.
• Comply with all regulations and company policies.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and safety practices.
• Observe health, safety, and security practices.

Skills

English language proficiency

Education

High school diploma or GED

CNA certification (state)

BLS certification

Driver's license

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!

The Per Diem - 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\'s 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.

Job Responsibilities

• 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 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

• While performing the duties of this job, the following abilities are required: see; hear; talk; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel.
• Frequently required to: safely transfer/ambulate patients; stand; sit; reach with hands/arms; lift; bend; pull; push; balance.
• Occasionally required to: stoop/crouch; kneel; climb stairs.

Compensation Pay Rate:

$20.00

This position requires consent to drug and/or alcoh