Hospice Nursing Assistant (CNA)

VIA Health Partners; Concord (NC); Sur place; USD 30 000 - 40 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Medical, Vision, and Dental plans

28 days of Paid Time Off

403(b) Retirement plan with matching contributions

Assistance with Certified Hospice & Palliative Nurse (CHPN) credential

Résumé du poste

VIA Health Partners in Concord, NC, seeks a Full-time Certified Nursing Assistant to provide essential patient care. Responsibilities include assisting patients with daily activities such as bathing, mobility, and nutrition, while ensuring health and safety standards.

The ideal candidate will have a High School diploma and current CNA certification. Join our dedicated team and make a difference in the lives of terminally ill patients and their families.

Qualifications

• Training or certification in a related field required.
• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) with current listing status.
• Good standing with the NC Department of Health and Human Services.

Responsabilités

• Deliver patient care, including bathing, mobility, and nutrition.
• Participate in interdisciplinary team conferences.
• Maintain documentation according to licensure standards.

Connaissances

Patient care

Mobility assistance

Wound care

Team collaboration

Formation

High School diploma

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Description du poste

About the Organization

VIA Health Partners is a community‑based, not‑for‑profit hospice and palliative care provider serving patients and families across Cabarrus County. The organization focuses on quality end‑of‑life care and offers programs for veterans and other special patient groups.

Job Details

Location: Cabarrus County – Concord, NC 28027
Position: Full‑time, Day shift
Category: Health Care
Travel: Local

Benefits

• Medical, Vision, and Dental plans through BCBS
• 28 days of Paid Time Off
• Excellent mileage reimbursement
• 403(b) Retirement plan with matching contributions
• Veterans‑focused programs
• Assistance with Certified Hospice & Palliative Nurse (CHPN) credential
• Comprehensive orientation and onboarding
• Experienced hospice leaders for career growth

Essential Functions

• Delivery of patient care, including personal care (ADL) such as bathing, mobility, nutrition, elimination, safety, and special procedures (vital signs, wound care, infection control, etc.).
• Housekeeping services required for health and safety of patients, families, and caregivers.
• Participation in interdisciplinary team conferences (IDT) and special case conferences.
• Documentation in accordance with HPCCR guidelines and licensure standards.

Additional Responsibilities for NA 1+4

• Provide sterile dressing for wounds over 48 hours old; wound irrigation.
• Perform ostomy care or irrigation.
• Limited insertion of urinary catheter as replacement after nursing assessment.
• Administer oxygen therapy, including room set‑up and flow‑rate monitoring.

Additional Responsibilities for NAII

• Break up and remove fecal impaction.
• Assisted IV fluid activities: assemble/flush tubing, monitor flow, site care.
• Nutrition support: oral/nasogastric infusions, clamping, removal of tubes.
• Suctioning: oropharyngeal, nasopharyngeal.
• Provide tracheostomy care.
• Limited insertion of urinary catheter (replacement) per nursing assessment.
• Sterile dressing and wound irrigation.
• Ostomy care or irrigation.
• Oxygen therapy set‑up and monitoring.

Interdisciplinary Team

• Attend and participate in IDT and special care conferences.
• Maintain effective working relationships with team members.
• Identify patient/caregiver needs and refer to appropriate specialists.

Professional and Personal Accountability

• Demonstrate competency and maintain professional reputation.
• Engage in continuous professional development and stay up‑to‑date with healthcare trends.
• Maintain licensure, CPR, and CEU requirements.
• Cultivate professional relationships with external agencies.
• Apply effective time‑management and crisis response skills.

May Perform Other Duties as Required

• Clean patient rooms according to facility procedures, ensuring proper chemicals and protective equipment are used.
• Keep family rooms clean throughout the day.

Qualifications

• High School diploma preferred; training or certification in related field required.
• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) with current listing status.
• Good standing with the NC Department of Health and Human Services.

Minimum Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience.
• Experience in home care, working with terminally ill patients, and/or geriatrics preferred.