Description

DATE: 11/8/2021

Pay rate is dependent upon number of years with valid CNA certification.

Essential Functions

To provide personal aspect of care for patients with the goal of increasing their level of comfort and maintaining personal hygiene. Work under clinical supervision of the Clinical Support Supervisor and the Registered Nurse. Carry out patient scheduling provided by the Staffing Specialist or assigned designee. Duties may be adjusted at the discretion of the nurse based on the evaluation of the patient's needs and the ability of the CNA.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Direct

None

Indirect

None

Challenges in Position

Deliver personal care in varied home and facility settings. Rotating weekend and holiday work required. Distant driving required. Frequently deals with different emotions expressed by families or caregivers related to impending death or death of loved ones.

Decision Making Latitude

Individual Decision Making Parameters

None

In Collaboration with Management

None

Qualification Requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with professionalism and mutual respect for all. The requirements in this job description are representative of knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education and Experience

High School Diploma or GED required

Certified Nursing Assistant certificate from college, technical school or equivalent training program, and minimum one year recent experience as a Certified Nursing Assistant is required.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations, Vaccines

Valid COVID-19 vaccine required

Influenza vaccine during influenza season required

Current CNA certification as required by the state of Georgia or Alabama

Current CPR BLS certification required

Valid drivers license, reliable transportation, and auto insurance coverage per policy.

Mathematical Skills

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.

Reasoning Ability

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions.

Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.

Language Skills

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.

Equipment and Machines Used

Computer Printer/Copier Mobile Phone

Fax Machine Travel Mapping Tools EMR System

Timekeeping System Blood Pressure Cuff Stethoscope

Thermometer Secure Staff Communication System

All other routine or specialized office or company equipment.

Position Requirements (not all-inclusive)

Provide personal hygiene and comfort measures to the patient.

Take blood pressure, temperature, pulse, and respirations of the patient during each visit with the patient, or per plan of care.

Ability to transfer patient, e.g., bed to chair, bed to commode, chair/commode to bed.

Assist with ambulation and exercise of patient, as per plan of care.

Change patient bed linens.

Assist with feeding of patient and/or preparing patient a light meal per plan of care.

Perform bowel care, e.g., documenting last bowel movement and notifying primary nurse of no bowel movement within 2 3 days.

Deliver medical supplies to patient homes.

Perform light housework, e.g., empty patient trash, vacuuming and/or sweeping patient living area, cleaning up after patient bath, washing of patient clothes, and/or anything stipulated in the patient's plan of care.

Follow individualized care plan for each patient.

Maintain records for patient charts on all care provided.

Report changes in patient's condition or home environment to Registered Nurse for follow through and appropriate intervention.

Is aware of emotional status of patient/family and demonstrates willingness to understand the emotional problems associated with the illness.

Take all reasonable precautions to maintain privacy and non-disclosure of any confidential information about patients, other staff members, and the general operations of Columbus Hospice.

Take weekend/holiday call, on a rotational basis, as assigned by staffing coordinator or assigned designee.

Participate in hospice training as required by policy, to include 15 hours of CEUs annually, of which 12 hours must be Columbus Hospice specific. Competency check per policy.

Attend one memorial service per evaluation year.

Other duties as assigned and appropriate for level of practice. (Example: may be taught simple wound care).

Represent the company in a positive and professional manner at all times with others, e.g., co-workers, management, vendors, and customers.

Complete all job responsibilities in a thorough and complete manner, utilizing good judgment in all aspects of the job.

When unsure of a directed task or any part of job responsibilities, proactively seek the assistance of immediate supervisor.

Ensure job responsibilities are met, including attendance requirements and prompt arrival at work.

Assist with special projects, as requested.

All other job duties as may be assigned.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand and walk. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and taste or smell. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 100 pounds using established lifting procedures. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, ability to adjust focus and night driving abilities.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to outside weather conditions. The employee is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions. The employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, extreme cold, extreme heat, risk of electrical shock, explosives, and risk of radiation. Potential exposure to variable environments, cigarette smoke, and pets. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

This job description is not intended to be a complete statement of job content, rather to act as a guide to the essential functions performed. Management retains the discretion to add or to change the duties of the position at any time.

Qualifications