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Karen Ann Quinlan Hospice · 1 day ago

Weekend Certified Nursing assistant | PA, Milford

Milford, Pennsylvania

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

$21/hr - $21/hr

Karen Ann Quinlan Hospice is a healthcare provider focused on hospice care. They are seeking a Weekend Certified Nursing Assistant to assist patients with daily living activities, ensure their safety, and provide compassionate care.

CharityEducationElder CareHealth CareNon Profit

Responsibilities

Assists patient with all aspects of personal activities of daily living and oral hygiene care while promoting resident self-direction and personal decision-making while protecting resident's health and safety

Safely assists patients with transfers to bed, chair and commode, as well as ambulation; use of walker, cane

Safely assists bed-bound patients with appropriate range of motion exercises and required turning and positioning. Demonstrates safe and effective use of hoyer lift as instructed by the RN

Performs shift to shift report (rounding); including patient observation, repositioning as well as wet checks

Responsible for learning and utilizing technology made available by the agency to increase efficiency, communication and performance

Performs all aspects of catheter care according to policy and procedure

Prepares equipment for return to vendor and places in appropriate storage areas. Stocks supplies according to inventory and alerts appropriate staff when supplies are low

Applies ostomy bags, and simple dressings as instructed and demonstrated by the RN

Properly prepares rooms for new admissions; i.e. zeroing bed, oxygen setup; suction setup as applicable

Provides skin care at the direction of the RN in order to prevent skin breakdown and report observations to RN

Assists patients at meal times including but not limited to setting up, feeding, and tray distribution as assigned and defined by Aide Care Plan

Observes the patients physical and emotional status and reports on a timely basis any changes in the patient's condition or family situation

Assists with post-mortem care as instructed by the RN

Accurately completes all aspects of documentation before leave of shift and reports off to incoming RN and Hospice Aide

Safely changes occupied or unoccupied bed. Washes patient's personal laundry and bed linens when needed

Observes and participates in the Emergency Preparedness/Disaster plans that are required by the facility. Maintains the appropriate infection control practices

Actively participates in maintenance of building/grounds and completes all assigned tasks in a timely manner. This includes but not limited to maintaining accurate temperature logs/cleaning schedules

Maintains the appropriate infection control practices

Demonstrates proper mouth and oral hygiene care

Answers call bells promptly and follow through with patient requests

Participates in all required in service education programs and meetings

Demonstrates a commitment to own work schedule by adhering to attendance standards. Provides proper notification in advance for absence and tardiness

Adheres to employment policies in accordance with the Employee Handbook

Demonstrates compliance with the dress code policy by appearing well groomed, wearing ID badge while on duty and maintaining a professional appearance

Performs other duties as assigned

Qualification

Home Health Aide CertificationCertified Nurse AideEnglish CommunicationInterpersonal SkillsTime Management

Required

Knowledge of skills required to provide excellent care in accordance with the role of Certified Home Health Aide (CHHA) or Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) in a hospice environment

Excellent interpersonal skills for interacting with patients and families, nurses and employees, and patients and families

Ability to comprehend the spoken and written English language, to communicate with clarity both verbally and in writing

Visual acuity sufficient to read a thermometer and auditory acuity sufficient to hear and comprehend normal speaking tones, and to hear call bells with or without assistive devices

Well organized to manage time, prepare care-related documentation

Ability to complete a minimum of 12 hours of in-service education per year

High School diploma or equivalent

Must possess current Home Health Aide Certification by the New Jersey Board of Nursing, or a Certified Nurse Aide approved by the New Jersey State Department of Health and Senior Services