Hospice CNA - Pickens County, SC

Patriot Healthcare; Pickens (SC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan with 4% Company Match

Life Insurance

Mileage Reimbursement

Discount Program (Perks at Work)

PTO & Holidays

Flexible Scheduling

Job summary

Patriot Healthcare seeks a Hospice Certified Nursing Assistant to deliver personal care per the patient’s plan, under nurse supervision. You will work as part of an interdisciplinary group to implement patient care plans and ensure comfort for patients with terminal or chronic illnesses.

The role emphasizes compassionate, respectful care, clear communication with families and staff, and adherence to hospice policies.

Qualifications

• Provide personal care per patient plan as directed by nurse supervisors.

Responsibilities

• Stewards the mission and values of Patriot Healthcare with compassionate hospice care.
• Participates with the IDG in development and implementation of the patient/family plan of care.
• Performs tasks per Hospice policies and supervisor instructions.
• Ensures patient comfort and safety; assists with activities of daily living.
• Documents tasks and communicates with family or facility staff as needed.
• Creates a warm, caring environment and maintains open communication with supervisor.

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