Provides personal care services to patients to maintain personal comfort under the direction of the Registered Nurse.
Job Description
- Performs personal care activities including bathing, dressing, grooming, eating, ambulating and toileting as assigned by the RN
- Performs simple procedures under the direction of the RN such as, range of motions, assistance in ambulation or exercises.
- Performs homemaker services, including, but not limited to: meal preparation, laundry, or light housekeeping in the immediate patients’ living area.
- Documents all findings, plans, interventions and interactions with patients and families in the clinical record.
- Meets safety needs of patient and demonstrates safe practice in the use of equipment
- Performs other related duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Qualifications
Mandatory:
- Ability to read and write English.
- Be at least 18 years of age
- Must meet Federal and state Hospice Aide training and competency requirements.
- One year of recent experience working as a Certified Home Health Aide without a lapse of 24 consecutive months without services provided for compensation.
Desired:
- Certified Nursing Assistant with current Arizona certification.
- Knowledge of home care principles and practices within the scope of hospice.
- Demonstrated written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
- Must possess a valid Arizona driver’s license and proof of automobile insurance.
To apply, please email a cover letter and resume to [email protected]. Please see our blog post for more information about the vital role of the CNA in Hospice and Palliative Care.
