What are the responsibilities and job description for the Home Health & Hospice CNA position at Ozark Physical Medicine Center for Operations?
Home Health/Hospice Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) – Home Visits
Position Summary
The Home Health/Hospice Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) provides compassionate, hands-on personal care and support to patients in their homes under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. This role focuses on promoting comfort, dignity, and quality of life for patients with terminal illnesses while offering support to their families and caregivers.
The Home Health/Hospice Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) provides compassionate, hands-on personal care and support to patients in their homes under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. This role focuses on promoting comfort, dignity, and quality of life for patients with terminal illnesses while offering support to their families and caregivers.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
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Provide personal care services to hospice patients in their homes, including bathing, grooming, dressing, oral care, toileting, and mobility assistance.
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Assist with safe transfers, ambulation, repositioning, and use of mobility equipment.
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Monitor and report changes in patient condition, appearance, behavior, or needs to the supervising RN.
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Provide emotional support and companionship to patients and families.
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Perform simple household tasks essential to the patient’s comfort (e.g., changing linens, patient-related light housekeeping).
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Assist with meal preparation and feeding as needed.
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Maintain accurate and timely electronic visit notes and documentation per hospice policy and regulations.
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Follow the individualized plan of care developed by the RN Case Manager.
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Practice infection control and follow all safety policies during home visits.
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Use professional communication skills with patients, families, and interdisciplinary team members.
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Participate in team meetings and required training.
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Maintain confidentiality and respect patient and family rights at all times.
Qualifications
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Active CNA certification in the state of Missouri.
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Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation for home visits.
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Current CPR certification.
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Prior experience in hospice, home health, or geriatric care preferred.
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Ability to work independently in patients’ homes while following care plans and safety protocols.
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Strong communication, compassion, and time-management skills.
Physical Requirements
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Ability to lift, turn, and transfer patients safely.
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Frequent standing, bending, reaching, and walking.
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Ability to drive between patient homes throughout the workday.
Work Environment
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Patient homes, including varied living conditions.
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Regular travel required.
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May encounter emotional situations related to end-of-life care.