Part-time Hospice CNA

Job Posting

Serenity Hospice of Utah provides high quality end of life comfort and care to those we serve in the comfort of their home setting, whether a private dwelling, an assisted living facility, or skilled nursing facility. Assisting patients and families to help navigate end of life care is not a job everyone can do. It can be challenging but also very rewarding to know that your service is making a meaningful impact by bringing comfort and care to the patients and families during this challenging time. This role plays an exceptionally critical function in contributing comfort and care. Be empowered joining a team of hospice professionals that work collaboratively to make a positive difference in the lives of those we serve.

Our Mission: we are committed to…

· Creating THE best hospice care experience for those we serve – every patient, every family, every time.

Our Vision: we will be recognized as…

· Agency of choice for hospice care services due to being expert providers of hospice care and grief support

· Leaders in all aspects of end of life care and resources to influence perceptions within the community and among medical professionals so that end of life is accepted as a meaningful component of the human experience

Our Values: we believe…

· That death is a natural part of life's journey

· That honesty and integrity must be ever present

· In providing compassion to those we serve and to each other

· In hiring professional, competent, and motivated staff

· Being responsible stewards of our resources

· In providing ongoing education to families and communities about care options and resources, to empower them to make decisions regarding their care

· Teamwork will help to achieve our vision and mission

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We are looking to immediately contract for a: Part time Hospice CNA/Aide

Pay Rate: Will be a per visit rate. Negotiable based on experience and case load.

Job Summary

The Hospice Aide is responsible for assisting with activities of daily living and providing personal care for patients in accordance with the individualized patient plan of care and under the direction and supervision of a Registered Nurse. This position may also assist with office/administrative needs.

Essential Responsibilities

Patient Support

Provide personal care to the patient in a compassionate and understanding manner consistent with hospice philosophy while respecting dignity and rights of the patient.

Under the written and/or verbal direction of the RN, the Hospice Aide may perform the following duties:

• Provide personal care such as, but not limited to, a bed bath, shower or tub bath, oral care, skin and foot care.
• Provide good body alignment, positioning, and range of motion exercises for non-ambulatory patients.
• Assist with routine foley catheter care and empties collection device.
• Obtain vital signs.
• Recognizes changes in patient's condition and reports to RN.
• Perform light housekeeping and other duties as determined by patient/family or as assigned by a registered nurse.
• Provide a clean, safe and healthy environment for patients, utilizing infection control measures appropriately.

Note: Never performs procedures and treatments not qualified to perform.

Administrative Support

• Provide office/administrative support as needed.
• Attend staff and mandatory in-services meetings.
• Consult with registered nurse to obtain instructions and supervision as necessary.
• Remain current on all relevant rules and regulations.

Organizational Responsibilities

• Perform work in alignment with the organization's mission, vision and values.
• Strive to meet annual business goals in support of the organization's strategic goals.
• Adhere to the organization's policies, procedures and other relevant compliance needs.
• Perform other duties as needed.

Experience and/or Education

Required

• Current Certified Nursing Assistant certificate
• Valid driver's license, acceptable driving record, and automobile liability coverage or access to an insured vehicle
• CPR certification at hire or within 6 months in position
• Experience working with electronic medical records

Preferred

• Previous work experience in hospice, home health or long-term care and/or completion of a comprehensive hospice training program
• Experience in an office-based setting including clerical and computer work

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required

Knowledge

• Knowledgeable of hospice philosophy and understanding the needs of and working with patients in a hospice setting
• Knowledge of Federal, State and Local regulations, Hospice Medicare Conditions of Participation, and HIPAA privacy rules and regulations

Skills and Abilities

• Practice within the scope of license, certification or registration, where applicable, and as required by law and regulation
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Excellent problem-solving skills
• Ability to adhere to organizational standards, policies and procedures
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively
• Ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines
• Ability to take initiative and utilize innovative techniques and ingenuity
• Ability to interact with various departments throughout the organization
• Ability to work flexible hours, optional weekend daytime shifts as needed
• Ability to plan, prioritize and coordinate multiple projects or tasks
• Skilled in proper body mechanics, including patient transfers, turning, and re-positioning
• Ability to use good judgment, personal initiative and discretion to perform job responsibilities
• Ability to communicate effectively with diverse staff and patients, their families and caregivers
• Ability to tolerate grief
• Ability to work effectively with diverse individuals and groups
• Ability to learn, focus, understand, and evaluate information and determine appropriate actions
• Ability to accept direction and feedback, as well as tolerate and manage stress
• Ability to stand, walk, sit and perform repetitive finger and wrist movement for at least 3-6 hours/day
• Ability to lift, carry, push, pull, climb stairs, bend and/or pinch small objects for up to 3 hours/day
• Ability to operate a motorized vehicle in all kinds of weather conditions

Working Conditions

Work Environment(s): Indoor/Office Community Facilities/Security Outdoor Exposure

Member/Patient Facing: No Telephonic In Person

Hazards: May include, but not limited to, physical, ergonomic, and biological hazards.

Equipment: General office equipment and/or mobile technology

Travel: Requires travel outside of the workplace at least weekly; the employee's personal vehicle may be used. Driving may be required in all kinds of weather conditions. Driving infractions will be monitored in accordance with organizational policy.

Schedule: This position may occasionally require more than 8 hours per day

If you receive an offer of employment for this position, it is contingent on the satisfactory completion of a pre-employment background check, immunization review, and drug screen. Serenity Hospice is a federal contractor and must comply with all federal laws. All employees, contracted workers, and volunteers of Serenity Hospice are expected to adhere to the company's policies and procedures – which are based on being compliant with all federal and state laws and regulations.

Equal opportunity employer. This company considers all candidates regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $ $52.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Mileage reimbursement
• Paid training

Work Location: On the road