Description:
POSITION: Certified Nursing Assistant I/ Home Care
REPORTS TO: Nurse Team Leader
FLSA STATUS: o exempt o non-exempt
POSITION SUMMARY:
Provide personal care to patients in the home setting
EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS:
High school diploma required
Graduate of a Certified Assistant Training Program I
Current listing on NC State Registry
CPR certification
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:
Knowledge of and commitment to the hospice philosophy of care
Ability to work on an interdisciplinary team
Ability to work a flexible schedule
Willingness to work with patients/ families regardless of race, color, creed, age or sexual orientation.
Must respect their beliefs and philosophy with an attitude of openness and receptiveness
TRAINING-Initial And Ongoing:
Complete Hospice volunteer/staff training program
Complete Hospice orientation program
Obtain 12 hours of continuing education per year, including mandatory safety in-service
Attend minimum of six staff meetings per year
Maintain CPR certification
Requirements:
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Assist in orienting new team members, as requested
Participate in quality improvement program
Adhere to strict confidentiality
Adhere to safety policy and practices
Complete employee time record accurately per policy
Cooperate with all government agencies and outside auditors
Assist with updating policies and procedures, as appropriate
Complete annual TB screening
Assure all license, certifications, continuing education information and any other required documentation are submitted to human resources and kept current
Maintain up-to-date documentation required and specified in Hospice policy and procedure
Perform other duties assigned by supervisor
Assist patients in achieving maximum self-reliance in activities of daily living
Assist with baths, mouth care, skin care, hair care, and back rubs
Assist with ambulation
Assist with diets/special nourishments
Change bed linen as needed
Assist with prescribed exercises as instructed by appropriate professional personnel
Actively listen to patient and family concerns
Assist in admission.
transfer, and discharge of patient in PCU
Assist in patient care unit as directed by supervisor
Assist other staff in completion of their duties, willingness to work in two person teams
Provide homemaker services:
- patient’s clothing (laundering and ironing)
- basic housekeeping tasks (sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, dusting, and dishes)
- making or changing bed
- preparing simple meal
- reading and writing
PHYSICAL QUALIFICATIONS:
Speech and hearing skills necessary for telephone interaction and face to face contact
Visual acuity to read chart and physician’s orders
Ability to stand and walk for long periods of time
Manual dexterity to manipulate patient care supplies
With assistance, ability to lift and support an average of 150 pounds
Ability to sit as required to perform duties
Ability to pull/push, and bend frequently
Ability to squat, kneel, climb, and balance
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Must have an automobile with required insurance coverage and state driver’s license
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