Hospice CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant at Transitions Hospice - Illinois

Crystal Lake, Illinois, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

22 Jul, 26

Salary

21.0

Posted On

23 Apr, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Hospice care, Personal care, Patient observation, Documentation, Vital signs monitoring, Communication, Confidentiality, Dressing assistance, CPR, Terminally ill care

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Description Our people are the difference. Transitions Care is a leading hospice organization that has changed the hospice experience for patients, families, and team members. Imagine a healthcare company that provides 24/7 access to services in the comfort of the patient's home - providing the physical, emotional, and spiritual support that allows a patient to focus on living. At Transitions, you don't have to imagine! Apply now to join our team and experience the Transitions difference! As a Transitions Care Certified Nursing Assistant you are a paraprofessional member of an interdisciplinary work group and perform various services for a patient as necessary to meet the patient’s personal needs and to promote comfort. This role is responsible for observing the patient, reporting these observations, and documenting observations and care performed. Certified Nursing Assistants will travel locally and are responsible for the following: Major Responsibilities Understands the hospice philosophy, comfortable providing specialized care to the terminally ill. Performing personal care needs after given a patient’s assignment and attending to their requests promptly. Providing patient and family with positive communication techniques, within realm of ethical and respectful care, including confidentiality. Assisting in dressing and undressing patients as assigned. Taking and recording oral, rectal, and axillary temperatures, pulse, respirations, and blood pressure when ordered with appropriate completed/demonstrated skills competency. Providing respite for patients/family/caregiver when on site as appropriate. Adhering to the organization’s documentation and care procedures and standards of personal and professional conduct. Respectful of patient and family/caregiver environment and patient’s personal needs. Benefits We Offer Competitive salary Medical / Dental / Vision Insurance plans Life Insurance 401(k) matching Auto Allowance Gas Card Company Equipment Paid Time Off Free Scrub Tops Requirements Education and Experience Meet the training requirements of the State: CNA certification. Possess and maintains current CPR certification. One (1) + year Hospice, home health or related organization experience preferred.

Responsibilities

The Certified Nursing Assistant provides personal care and comfort to hospice patients in their homes. They are responsible for observing, documenting, and reporting patient status while adhering to hospice care standards.