Compassionate CNA: Personal Care & Comfort Specialist

Douglas County Visiting Nurses; Lawrence (KS); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Douglas County Visiting Nurses seeks a Certified Nursing Assistant to provide personal care and support per the patient’s plan of care. You will assist with bathing, dressing, grooming, and help families care for the patient while promoting independence and daily activities.

You will observe patient needs, exercise judgment in duties, and maintain required charting and records as directed by the case manager and regulations.

Qualifications

• Basic EMR knowledge; ability to use email and basic computer functions.
• High school diploma or GED; CNA in good standing required for Help at Home program.
• Experience with EMR and familiarity with charting procedures preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care (bathing, dressing, grooming) per the plan of care.
• Assist families to care for the patient and promote independence.
• Maintain activities of daily living and re-establish daily routines.
• Observe patient needs and report as required by case manager.
• Maintain charting/records per agency and regulatory requirements.

Skills

EMR knowledge

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

EMR system

Job description

Douglas County Visiting Nurses seeks a Certified Nursing Assistant to provide personal care and support per the patient’s plan of care. You will assist with bathing, dressing, grooming, and help families care for the patient while promoting independence and daily activities.

You will observe patient needs, exercise judgment in duties, and maintain required charting and records as directed by the case manager and regulations.