Full-Time Hospice Aide - Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) at Eternal Faith

San Antonio, Texas, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

27 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

29 Oct, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Effective Communication, Infection Control, Patient Care, Documentation, Team Collaboration, Professional Growth, Mobility Assistance, Health Maintenance, Personal Care, Client Assessment, Psycho Social Needs, Manual Dexterity, Time Management, Problem Solving, Compassion, Adaptability

Industry

Industrial Machinery Manufacturing

Description

Description Home Health Aide General Summary: Assists clients, in their residence, with personal healthcare and health maintenance activities as assigned. Includes, but not limited to: transferring, health maintenance activities, feeding, mobility and exercises. Patient Population: Has contact with patients of all ages in a clinical setting; understands and demonstrates appropriate behavior when interacting with patients in all populations. Essential Functions: 1. Assist clients with tasks within the scope of a home health aide based on the Plan of Care (POC). 2. Communicate effectively with administrative staff regarding assessments of the client/family needs, including reporting any significant changes in client condition. 3. Provide cares as outlined in the Home Health Aide Care Plan and accurately documents cares provided. 4. Contribute to continuity of care and effective communications between all members of the care team, and regular participation in Case Conference/Team Meetings. 5. Apply concepts of infection control and universal precaution in coordination/performing client care activities to protect both staff and patient. 6. Demonstrate commitment and professional growth by participating in in-service programs and maintaining/improving competency. Completes training or in-services in a timely manner as assigned by your supervisor. 7. Meet mandatory continuing education requirements of the Agency/licensing board. This description is a general statement of required essential functions performed on a regular and continuous basis. It does not exclude other duties as assigned. Supervision: N/A Experience: • (1) year experience as a home health aide or certified nursing assistant in a home health setting. Successful completion of formal training in nursing arts may be substituted for the qualifying experience, subject to applicable State law, regulation, or rules. Skills: • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with all segments of the staff, and the Agency leadership team. • Shall be able to read, write and comprehend English. Education: • High School Graduate or equivalent Licensure/Certification: Requirements Experience: (1) year experience as a home health aide or certified nursing assistant in a home health setting. Successful completion of formal training in nursing arts may be substituted for the qualifying experience, subject to applicable State law, regulation, or rules. Skills: Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with all segments of the staff, and the Agency leadership team. Shall be able to read, write and comprehend English. Education: High School Graduate or equivalent Licensure/Certification: Home Health Aide Certificate or other similar certification held in good standing. Certification requirements may vary by state and/or participating program. Formal certificate of completion for a HHA/CNA training program that meets or exceeds standards established by Health and Human Services. Completion of all in-service hours per year. Ongoing requirements may vary by state and/or participating program. Current CPR certification. Current driver’s license in good standing. It is the responsibility of the employee to renew their driver’s license before it expires in order to continue employment. Auto Liability insurance coverage if in possession of a drivers license, and commuting is done via personal vehicle. State issued ID card, and use of public transportation, may waive Auto Liability insurance coverage (approval required of Area Administrator/Administrator. On-going employment as a HHA requires maintenance of a valid HHA certificate in the state which the caregiver practices in and a valid CPR certificate at all times. It is the responsibility of the employee to renew these both before they expire in order to continue employment. Physical Requirements: Prolonged standing/walking required. The ability to lift/transfer up to 50 lbs. Requires working under some stressful conditions to meet deadlines and patient needs, and to make quick decisions and resource acquisition. Meet patient/family individualized psycho social needs. Requires hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity. Environmental/Working Conditions: Works in patient’s home in various conditions. Possible exposure to blood borne pathogens, bodily fluids and infectious diseases. Some exposure to unpleasant weather; PRN emergency call. Ability to travel locally and work a flexible schedule.

Responsibilities

Assist clients with personal healthcare and health maintenance activities in their residence. Communicate effectively with the care team and document care provided according to the Home Health Aide Care Plan.