Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) at Jet Health Inc

Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

08 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

10 Oct, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Excellent Oral And Written Communications, Excellent Organizational Skills, Empathy, Self-Directing, Tact, Patience, Good Personal Hygiene

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Description Hospice de la Luz/Jet Health, Inc. is seeking a full time, dedicated, compassionate and experienced, Certified Nursing Assistant to join our team serving our patients currently enrolled in our hospice services in and around Albuquerque, NM. The Certified Nursing Assistant is a paraprofessional member of the interdisciplinary group who works under the supervision of a Registered Nurse and performs various services for a patient as necessary to meet the patient's personal needs and to promote comfort. The Certified Nursing Assistant is responsible for observing the patient, reporting these observations and documenting observations and care performed. The Certified Nursing Assistant will be assigned in a manner that promotes quality, continuity and safety of a patient's care. Requirements Performing personal care needs after given a patient's assignment and attending to his/her requests promptly. If unable to perform a certain task, report to the Registered Nurse Case Manager immediately Meeting safety needs of patient and using equipment safely and properly (foot stools, side rails, O2 etc.) Performing vitals and ADLs for each patient as needed including but not limited to personal care including baths, oral hygiene, shampoos and changing bed linen, assisting in dressing and undressing patients, assisting in feeding the patient as assigned Providing proper care and observation of patient's skin to prevent breakdown of tissue over bony prominence Reporting on patient's condition and significant changes to the Registered Nurse Case Manager. Also aware of the caregiver or other individuals living with the patient and interpersonal issues Assisting in ambulation and exercise as instructed by the hospice nurse or therapist Offering and assisting with bedpans and urinals. Providing assistance as assigned with light laundry needs Performing range of motion and other simple procedures as an extensional therapy service as ordered with appropriate completed/demonstrated skills competency Providing respite for patient's/family/caregiver when on-site, as appropriate Keeping patient's immediate living space tidy, as assigned Adhering to the organization's documentation and care procedures and standards of personal and professional conduct. Participates in quality assessment performance improvement teams and activities Respectful of patient and family/caregiver environment and patient's personal needs Participate in on-call as assigned Meets the training requirements of the State Position Qualifications Active CNA license in the state you are applying and will be working One year of Certified Nursing Assistant experience required One year of home health/hospice experience preferred At least 18 years of age Ability to read and follow written instructions and document care given Is self-directing with the ability to work with little direct supervision. Provides a calm manner when in a patient’s home Has empathy for the needs of the ill, injured, frail and the impaired Possess and maintains current CPR certification Demonstrates tact, patience and good personal hygiene Licensed driver with automobile that is insured in accordance with organization requirements and is in good working order Job Limitations The Certified Nursing Assistant will not function in any manner viewed as the practice of nursing according to the Nurse Practice Act. Skills Required Excellent oral and written communications Excellent organizational skills Working Conditions Community home environment Exposure to infectious diseases In and out of automobile Benefits for full time employees: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance Accident, Critical Illness, and Cancer Insurance 401k Plan w/ discretionary company match Company-paid Life Insurance Paid time off Holiday pay Mileage Reimbursement Competitive Compensation

Responsibilities

The Certified Nursing Assistant provides personal care and comfort to patients in hospice services, working under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. Responsibilities include observing patients, reporting changes, and assisting with daily living activities.