CNA/HHA - M-F 8am to 4:30 pm - The Villages, Villages Charter School Eligible

About the role

It's inspiring to work with a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing! When you become part of the Chapters Health Team, you'll realize it's more than a job. It's a mission. We're committed to providing outstanding patient care and a high level of customer service in our communities every day. Our employees make all the difference in our success! Role: The CNA - Hospice Aide performs personal care, homemaker assistance and defined nursing procedures for patients and their caregivers while under RN direction and supervision.

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED or an equivalent combination of education and experience Current certification as CNA in the state in which employee will be working Minimum of six (6) months of CNA or Home Health Aide experience preferred Active BLS for healthcare professionals from the American Heart Association or Red Cross. Support company research and educational activities Share expertise with co-workers both formally and informally Participate in Quality Assessment and Performance Improvement activities as appropriate for the position.

Job Responsibilities

• Maintains competencies/contact hours as required by Company and regulations.
• Provides only patient/caregiver services according to written Aide/Caregiver Plan of Care and Company policies and procedure.
• Practices safe and proper body mechanics relative to moving, positioning and transferring patients.
• Assists patient and or caregiver in maintaining a clean and safe home.
• Provides caregiver relief as part of the Plan of Care.

• Transports supplies, lab specimens, documents and other items needed to meet the Plan of Care as requested by the RN.
• Under the direction or supervision of an RN, the Aide may perform activities that promote activities of daily living.
• Contributes to the development of the Plan of Care by reporting observations to RN.
• Communicates any significant issues or symptoms to the RN or Clinical Manager.

During times of emergencies (i.e. Hurricanes, etc.), the LPN may be required to report to work at a location designated by the company, to ensure continuity of services. This may include reporting to work ahead of your scheduled date/time due to planned lock down of unit, and staying overnight(s) based on duration of emergency Performs other duties as assigned.

Some locations may require: Cross training to field (home/facility/admission) positions of equal licensure/certification and scope when hospice house census calls for flexible staffing. Frequently required to: safely transfer/ambulate patients; stand; sit; reach with hands/arms; lift; bend; pull; push; balance. Occasionally required to: stoop/crouch; kneel; climb stairs.