Hospice CNA - Lancaster, SC

Patriot Healthcare; Lancaster (SC); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Patriot Healthcare in Lancaster, SC, is seeking a Hospice Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) to provide personal care to assigned patients in accordance with nursing assessments and care plans.

You will participate with the IDG to develop and implement the patient/family care plan, perform tasks per hospice policies, document care, and communicate with families and staff.

Join a team that values dignity, compassion, flexibility, and reliable scheduling, with competitive pay and benefits.

Responsibilities

• Participates with the IDG to develop and implement the patient/family care plan.
• Performs tasks per hospice policies and supervisor instructions.
• Assists patients with daily activities such as mouth care, baths, dressing, hair care, and grooming.
• Assists with mobility and transfers, positioning, and use of assistive devices.
• Documents care and other comments related to visits.
• Communicates with family or facility staff to coordinate nursing services.
• Creates a warm, calm environment and maintains open communication with the supervisor.
• Reports complaints and grievances from patients or caregivers.

Job description

The primary purpose of the Hospice Certified Nursing Assistant(CNA) position is to provide each of your assigned patients with personal care services in accordance with the patient’s nursing assessments and care plan, and as directed by your nurse supervisors.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Stewards the philosophy/mission of Patriot Healthcare which focuses on the overriding values of human dignity and respectful response to the needs of persons with life threatening/terminal and/or chronic illnesses.
• Participates with the IDG in the development and implementation of the patient/family’s plan of care.
• Perform all assigned tasks in accordance with Hospice policies and procedures, and as instructed by supervisor.
• Follow work assignments and/or work schedules in completing and performing assigned tasks.
• Make sure patient is as comfortable as possible at all times.
• Changing bed linens when necessary and keep linens tight without wrinkles under the patient.
• Duties may include assisting patients with daily mouth care, bath functions, dressing/undressing, hair care functions, non-diabetic nail care, shaving, toileting, feeding, giving back rubs, assisting with exercises and ambulation, applying elastic stockings and/or heel/elbow protectors, checking intake/output records, checking bowel movements and character of stools, preparing and giving enemas, assist with lifting, turning, moving, positioning, and transferring into and out of beds, chairs, bathtubs, wheelchairs, lifts, etc., assisting with the care of the dying patient, providing post mortem care as instructed, observing and reporting the presence of pressure areas and skin breakdown, report injuries of unknown source, including skin tears, assisting with special treatments as instructed (i.e. indwelling catheter care, perineal care, nonsterile vaginal irrigation/douches, application of bandages, etc.).
• Document tasks performed and other comments related to visit.
• Communicate with family or facility staff to ensure nursing services can be adequately maintained to meet the needs of the patient.
• Create and maintain an atmosphere of warmth, personal interest and positive emphasis as well as a calm environment for the patient.
• Communicate with supervisor on regularly scheduled basis to assist in identifying areas of concern regarding patient care.
• Report all complaints and grievances made by the patient/caregiver/family member.

Why Join Patriot Healthcare?

• A team-first culture that values your expertise and input
• Supportive leadership and clear communication
• Flexible Scheduling
• Competitive Pay
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with 4% Company Match
• Company Paid Life Insurance with options for Additional Life Insurance
• Mileage Reimbursement (for qualifying positions)
• Perks at Work Discount Program
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Holidays