Certified Nursing Aide (CNA)

About the role

We are looking for a dedicated Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) to service our patients in the Grandstrand area. This role includes visiting patients in their homes and Assisted Living Facilities (ALFs) to facilitate visits with providers and specialty services. Additionally, the CNA is responsible for delivering medications and durable medical equipment (DME) to ensure patients have timely and safe access to essential supplies.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with care team members and other staff to ensure coordinated patient care and compliance with the care plan.
• Communicate effectively via phone, email, Microsoft Teams, Athena, in-person, etc.
• Provide compassionate personal care to hospice patients in their homes, including bathing, grooming, oral hygiene, dressing, and toileting.
• Absorb and transfer patients safely, assist with transfers, repositioning, and fall prevention support.
• Perform light housekeeping tasks related to patient care (changing linens, cleaning care areas, laundering patient items).
• Maintain and document patient condition changes, including skin integrity, appetite, comfort levels, and safety concerns.
• Report any significant changes in patient condition to the hospice nurse or clinical team promptly.
• Support patients with activities of daily living (ADLs) while promoting dignity, comfort, and independence.
• Provide emotional support and companionship to patients and their families.
• Assist with meal preparation, feeding, and ensuring adequate hydration based on care plans.
• Deliver medications to patients’ homes, review instructions, and perform medication reconciliation, ensuring accuracy between current medication lists and what is found in the home.
• Cookordination and facilitation of telehealth visits between patients and pharmacists, specialists, therapists, and primary care providers, ensuring patients receive timely care.
• Perform routine venipuncture for laboratory testing and ensure proper specimen handling and labeling.
• Collect blood specimens during home or facility visits as needed to support patient care and diagnostics.

Requirements

• Certified Nursing Aide required.
• Certifications or licenses must be in good standing.
• Phlebotomy experience preferred, but willingness to complete training and demonstrate competency is required.
• Previous experience in public health or home health preferred.
• Experience with DME delivery or logistics operations preferred.
• Must be proficient in using technology tools and platforms for remote patient monitoring, telemedicine, and electronic medical records.
• Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to multitask and prioritize responsibilities effectively.
• Basic computer knowledge.
• Must be able to work independently with minimal supervision and direction.
• Should demonstrate good interpersonal and communication skills under all conditions and circumstances.
• Must be able to work flexible hours and travel between offices, facilities, etc.
• Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state and/or organization requirements and is in good working condition.
• Must have a clean driving record and experience operating vehicles in a professional capacity.