HOSPICE CNA-P at ATEX Healthcare

San Antonio, Texas, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

05 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

05 Jan, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Patient Care, Communication, Infection Control, Time Management, Documentation, Nutrition Assistance, Transportation, Teamwork, Respect, Supervision, Evaluation, Clinical Reporting, Care Coordination, Safety, Ambulation, Transfer Assistance

Industry

Wellness and Fitness Services

Description

Job Details Job Location: ATEX Hospice - San Antonio - San Antonio, TX 78232 Position Type: Part Time Job Shift: Flex Job Category: Health Care GENERAL PURPOSE: Primary function is to provide personal healthcare and related services to the patient in their place of residence; to assist in providing a safe and clean environment, work cooperatively with patient and family and share observations and problems with the supervisor. Works under the direction and supervision of a registered nurse. QUALIFICATIONS: · High School Diploma Preferred. Has successfully completed one of the following: A)Training program/competency eval as specified in §418.76(b)(c)of the Medicare regulations; B)Competency eval program that meets §418.76( c); C) Nurse aide training/competency eval program approved by the state and listed in good standing on the state nurse aide registry; D) State Licensure program that meets requirements of §418.76(b)©. · Must have a current valid driver’s license. · At least one year experience, preferred, as a Hospice Aide or Nursing Assistant in a hospital, nursing home, home health agency, hospice, or long-term care facility or completion of Certified Nursing Assistant or · Must be able to read, write, and verbally report clinical information to patients, representatives, and caregivers, as well as to other Agency staff. Demonstrates interest in the welfare of ill and elderly. Successful completion of the Aide Competency Evaluation Skills Checklist that meets §418.76© and written Skills Test. · Reliable transportation. Valid and current auto liability insurance ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: · Provide direct patient care to patients under the direction of the RN and according to the Aide Plan of Care. · Provide necessary skills to assist the patient with safe transfers and ambulation per agency policy. · Provide necessary skill to appropriately report changes and document pertinent information and care rendered to patient to ensure continuity of care. · Practice accepted infection control principles. Provide a clean, safe, and comfortable environment. · Promote positive, supportive, respectful communication with patient/family and other employees. · Provide an environment which promotes respect for patients, privacy and property. · Provide skills necessary to assist the patient with proper nutrition and adequate fluid intake. · Contribute to the management and efficient operation of the agency and demonstrate effective time management skills. · Provide skills necessary to perform treatments and procedures according to agency policy. · Promote the agency philosophy and administrative policies to ensure quality of care. Communication · Prepares clinical notes and updates primary physician when necessary and at least every sixty (60) days. · Communicates with the physician regarding the patient’s needs and reports any changes in the patient’s condition; obtains/receives physician’s orders as required. · Communicates with community health related persons to coordinate the care plan. Additional Duties · Participates in on-call duties as defined by the on-call policy. · Ensures that arrangements for equipment and other necessary items and services are available. · Instructs, supervises, and evaluates home health aide care provided every fourteen (14) days. · Adhere to all the Company’s policies and procedures. · Perform other duties as assigned. The above statements are intended to be a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. The incumbents may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those stated in this description. Qualifications

Responsibilities

The Hospice CNA-P provides direct patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse, ensuring a safe and clean environment while assisting with daily living activities. They also communicate changes in patient conditions and coordinate care with healthcare professionals.