Hospice Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Eden Health; Safford (AZ); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Eden Health is hiring for a Hospice caregiver role in Safford, AZ. The position involves providing comprehensive patient care per physician plans, taking vital signs, assisting with daily activities, and collaborating with the care team to support end-of-life patients.

Candidates should understand hospice standards, demonstrate compassion, and be able to work under stress. A valid driver’s license and CPR certification are required, with background checks and access to agency documentation.

Qualifications

• Understanding of Hospice regulations and standards.
• Demonstrates compassion for patients and families dealing with end-of-life.
• Ability to work under stressful situations; self-directed with minimum supervision.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation; CPR certification.
• Pass criminal background check and national sex offender clearance.

Responsibilities

• Provide care ordered by the physician per plan of care for all patients on caseload.
• Take accurate vital signs.
• Describe activities of daily living and assist patient in activities.
• Participate in interdisciplinary case conferences to discuss progress and plans.
• Notify licensed staff if patient experiences pain and ensure safety and proper body alignment.
• Assist patient with ambulation and transfers; ensure patient safety to reduce errors.

Skills

English proficiency

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Written communication

Flexibility

Job description

#1798

Safford, Arizona, United States

Job Summary

Why choose Eden? As a 100% Employee Owned company, we recognize that our people are our most valuable asset. We honor their importance by our recognition that all employees be treated with respect and integrity at all times. We’re interested in you and want you to succeed. Our business is growing rapidly and we want you to grow with us. We have infinite room for advancement, both personally and professionally. We work hard to match you with a position that best fits YOUR skills and YOUR availability. In addition, Eden Health is a Certified Great Place to Work company, 7 years in a row!

The Eden Difference: We bring Connected Care Home through our Core Values of Empathy, Dedication and Integrity to our clients, patients and Employees. Besides a strong family oriented culture unique to Eden, we offer:

Description:

• Provides care ordered by the physician as indicated by the plan of care to all patients on caseload including baths, oral hygiene, nail care, foot care, skin care, pressure relief, dressing patient, feeding, and transferring patient.
• Takes accurate vital signs.
• Describes the activities of daily living and demonstrates the ability to use techniques to assist the patient to meet these activities.
• Participates in case conferences (IDG’s) to discuss multidisciplinary team responsibilities, patient progress, plans for continued care, new problems, etc.
• Notifies appropriate licensed staff when patient complains of pain.
• Positions patient in bed with proper body alignment.
• Assists patient with ambulation as necessary.
• Performs aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors.
• Supports cultural practices as long as these practices do not harm the patient/family or interfere with the planned course of medical treatment.
• Identifies and communicates findings to the Case Manager and/or Clinical Manager.
• Participates in the Agency’s other mandated activities, as requested by Clinical Manager or Director of Patient Care Services (DPCS).
• Provides clear, concise documentation in medical record as it relates to reimbursement guidelines and Agency policy and procedure.
• Identifies and communicates findings to the supervising RN.
• Works as part of the interdisciplinary group.

Requirements

• Understands regulations/standards applicable to Hospice.
• Thorough knowledge and understanding of the functions of a Hospice Agency.
• Demonstrates knowledge of the dying patient and pain control measures.
• Exhibits genuine interest in and compassion for patients and families dealing with end-of-life issues.
• Understands hospice philosophy and issues of death and dying.
• Ability to be flexible, organized, and function under stressful situations.
• Able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Excellent writing and presentation skills.
• Knowledge of general modalities and scope of practice within the state of Agency operation.
• Candidate should be self-directed and can work in the field with minimum supervision.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Proof of automobile insurance (MVR checked).
• Proof of current CPR certification.
• Able to pass criminal background check and national sex offender clearance.

Pay Range

$23

Remote Position

No

Location(s)

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