Certified Nursing Assistant
Company: Hospice of the Upstate
Location: Greenville
Posted on: June 25, 2022
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Job Description:
Job Description The Certified Hospice Aide provides personal
care and assistance to Hospice of the Upstate patients in the home
care environment as indicated in the plan of care and under the
supervision of the Registered Nurse.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED:
Reports to the Patient Care Coordinator, Home Care. - Functions
under the direct or indirect supervision of the RN Case
Managers.
QUALIFICATIONS:
1. - - - - - Must hold an active South Carolina certification as
nurse aide.
2. - - - - - Must have a valid driver's license and proof of
automobile insurance.
3. - - - - - Must have reliable transportation.
4. - - - - - Demonstrate the ability to be flexible and work
indendently.
5. - - - - - Demonstrate the ability to manage work load and
schedule effectively and efficiently.
6. - - - - - Must be empathetic and have the ability to relate well
to patients, families, and members of the Hospice of the Upstate
care team.
7. - - - - - Understand and embraces the hospice philosophy.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. - - - - - Provides personal care and assistance in the home
environment as directed by the plan of care and under supervision
of the RN Case Manager:
- - - - - - - - - Bathing
- - - - - - - - - Shampoo
- - - - - - - - - Mouth care
- - - - - - - - - Shaving
- - - - - - - - - Skin and nail care
- - - - - - - - - Dressing
- - - - - - - - - Transfers and ambulatory assistance
- - - - - - - - - Meal preparation and feeding
- - - - - - - - - Light housekeeping
- - - - - - - - - Other household services essential to health care
at home
2. - - - - - Follows plan of care as developed by the RN Case
Manager.
3. - - - - - Reports changes in the patient's condition or family
situation to the RN Case Manager or appropriate supervisor.
4. - - - - - Provides timely performance of assigned tasks
following the patient specific care plan and documents in
electronic documentation system.
5. - - - - - Participate in evening and weekend scheduling to meet
the needs of Hospice of the Upstate patients and families.
6. - - - - - Meet and maintain competency requirements.
7. - - - - - Maintains effective working relations with patients,
families, and the Hospice of the Upstate care team.
8. - - - - - Follows Hospice of the Upstate policies and procedures
for infection control and safety guidelines.
9. - - - - - Ensures the protection of patient and employee
information. - Accesses no more than the minimum necessary
information to complete his or her job.
10. - Attends mandatory meetings, in-services, and Hospice of the
Upstate activities.
11. - Completes annual in-service requirements.
12. - Maintains CPR certification.
13. - Participates in the programs quality improvement
initiatives.
14. - Adhere to Hospice of the Upstate dress code policy.
15. - Adhere to scheduled work hours, regular in attendance, and
punctual.
16. - Represent Hospice of the Upstate with credibility and dignity
and in the spirit of excellence and trust.
17. - Other related duties as required.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
May be required to climb steps, stoop, bend or lift up to 35
pounds. - Must be able to communicate compassionately with
patients, families and the general public.
The Certified Hospice Aide provides personal care and assistance to
Hospice of the Upstate patients in the home care environment as
indicated in the plan of care and under the supervision of the
Registered Nurse.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED:
Reports to the Patient Care Coordinator, Home Care. - Functions
under the direct or indirect supervision of the RN Case
Managers.
QUALIFICATIONS:
1. - - - - - Must hold an active South Carolina certification as
nurse aide.
2. - - - - - Must have a valid driver's license and proof of
automobile insurance.
3. - - - - - Must have reliable transportation.
4. - - - - - Demonstrate the ability to be flexible and work
indendently.
5. - - - - - Demonstrate the ability to manage work load and
schedule effectively and efficiently.
6. - - - - - Must be empathetic and have the ability to relate well
to patients, families, and members of the Hospice of the Upstate
care team.
7. - - - - - Understand and embraces the hospice philosophy.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. - - - - - Provides personal care and assistance in the home
environment as directed by the plan of care and under supervision
of the RN Case Manager:
- - - - - - - - - Bathing
- - - - - - - - - Shampoo
- - - - - - - - - Mouth care
- - - - - - - - - Shaving
- - - - - - - - - Skin and nail care
- - - - - - - - - Dressing
- - - - - - - - - Transfers and ambulatory assistance
- - - - - - - - - Meal preparation and feeding
- - - - - - - - - Light housekeeping
- - - - - - - - - Other household services essential to health care
at home
2. - - - - - Follows plan of care as developed by the RN Case
Manager.
3. - - - - - Reports changes in the patient's condition or family
situation to the RN Case Manager or appropriate supervisor.
4. - - - - - Provides timely performance of assigned tasks
following the patient specific care plan and documents in
electronic documentation system.
5. - - - - - Participate in evening and weekend scheduling to meet
the needs of Hospice of the Upstate patients and families.
6. - - - - - Meet and maintain competency requirements.
7. - - - - - Maintains effective working relations with patients,
families, and the Hospice of the Upstate care team.
8. - - - - - Follows Hospice of the Upstate policies and procedures
for infection control and safety guidelines.
9. - - - - - Ensures the protection of patient and employee
information. - Accesses no more than the minimum necessary
information to complete his or her job.
10. - Attends mandatory meetings, in-services, and Hospice of the
Upstate activities.
11. - Completes annual in-service requirements.
12. - Maintains CPR certification.
13. - Participates in the programs quality improvement
initiatives.
14. - Adhere to Hospice of the Upstate dress code policy.
15. - Adhere to scheduled work hours, regular in attendance, and
punctual.
16. - Represent Hospice of the Upstate with credibility and dignity
and in the spirit of excellence and trust.
17. - Other related duties as required.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
May be required to climb steps, stoop, bend or lift up to 35
pounds. - Must be able to communicate compassionately with
patients, families and the general public.
Company Description Hospice of the Upstate provides compassionate,
quality care to terminally ill patients and their families, while
offering leadership and community education for end-of-life.
Keywords: Hospice of the Upstate, Greenville , Certified Nursing Assistant, Healthcare , Greenville, South Carolina
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