Compassionate Hospice CNA — Flexible PRN Shifts

AMEDISYS HOME HEALTH; Florida; On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Amedisys Hospice of Brevard in Melbourne, FL is seeking a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) to provide compassionate personal care and support to patients in their homes. This PRN position requires travel within Brevard County and offers a flexible weekday schedule without weekends.

The ideal candidate holds a CNA certification, has CNA experience within the last two years, and possesses CPR certification, a valid driver's license, and liability insurance. Background screening is required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Current state CNA certification required.
• CNA experience within the last two years.
• Current CPR certification.
• Valid driver's license with reliable transportation and liability insurance.
• Background screening through Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse.
• Amedisys is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered.

Responsibilities

• Provides personal care services to patients.
• Applies safety principles and proper body mechanics to ambulation, transfers, ROM and positioning, and homemaking.
• Plans and prepares nutritious meals, assists with feeding.
• Performs homemaking and other environmental services as assigned.
• Observes, reports, and documents changes in patient status and reports to the primary nurse.
• Follows written instructions for personal care prepared by a registered nurse.
• Assists patients with prescribed exercises as instructed by nurse or therapist.
• Performs and records simple urine tests for sugar, acetone, and albumin.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Amedisys Hospice of Brevard in Melbourne, FL is seeking a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) to provide compassionate personal care and support to patients in their homes. This PRN position requires travel within Brevard County and offers a flexible weekday schedule without weekends.

The ideal candidate holds a CNA certification, has CNA experience within the last two years, and possesses CPR certification, a valid driver's license, and liability insurance. Background screening is required.