What are the responsibilities and job description for the Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), PACE Program, Full-time position at HOSPICE SAVANNAH INC?
Job Summary
The PACE Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) is a member of the PACE Interdisciplinary Team (IDT). The Certified Nursing Assistant is specially trained to give personal care in accordance with individual care plans for PACE participants. The Certified Nursing Assistant also maintains patient confidentiality and promotes patient rights as supported by agency, state and federal directives. Identifies cultural and lifestyle choices and non judgmentally accommodates for such differences.
Qualifications:Minimum Qualifications
- Current Georgia Nurse’s Aide certification
- CPR certification
- Two or more years of direct patient care experience in hospice, hospital, skilled nursing, assisted living, or home health
- Valid driver’s license, automobile insurance and reliable transportation required
- Proficiency in Microsoft, including Outlook, and database knowledge Competencies, Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred
- CHPNA certification preferred
- Ability to interact effectively with varied patient populations, families, physicians, staff, and the community
- Excellent customer service and communication skills
- Strong documentation skills
- Demonstrates knowledge of basic medical terminology and infection control, with strong patient care and personal hygiene skills, effective communication and teamwork abilities, keen observation and accurate documentation, and the empathy and adaptability required to excel in a dynamic healthcare environment.
Physical Demands and Work Environment
Position requires minimal visual concentration for patient charting/documentation. Position carries a risk of exposure to infectious diseases requiring standard safety precautions. The Certified Nursing Assistant requires extensive physical mobility and strength. This includes the ability to ambulate or lift a patient with or without the assistance of devices in excess of 75 lbs. utilizing proper lifting techniques.
Position Type and Expected Hours of Work
- A full-time position works a 30–40-hour work week, with occasional requests to work additional days/hours/holidays as needed.
- Although each Certified Nursing Assistant may be designated to a specific department/region in our service area, at times they may be required to serve patients outside of their department/specific region.
Travel
- Must be able to travel as required
- The Homecare Certified Nursing Assistant is required to use their personal vehicles to perform home visits, when necessary