CNA Hospice

About the role

The Hospice CNA provides personal care under the direction of a registered nurse, performing assignments with honesty, integrity, and care that promotes Friendship Village's mission, vision, and values.

Responsibilities

• Performs personal care (bathing, dressing, toileting, feeding, etc.) according to the Hospice Aide Plan of Care.
• Documents care provided according to agency policy.
• Reports any deviations from the Plan of Care to the Case Manager or designee.
• Uses Durable Medical Equipment safely.
• Takes vital signs when on Hospice Aide Plan of Care.
• Fosters cooperative effort among personnel by understanding other people's functions in patient care and by actively participating in team and staff conferences.
• Provides proper care and observation of the patient’s skin to prevent tissue breakdown over bony prominences.
• Reports any changes/areas of concern to the Case Manager.
• Assists with ambulation, transfers, and range of motion if documented on the Hospice Aide Plan of Care.
• Provides respite for patient’s family/caregiver when on‑site, as appropriate.
• Participates in QAPI activities.
• Participates in IDG meetings, as appropriate.
• Contributes to continuity of care by effectively communicating services provided and changes in the resident's condition or family interactions in a timely manner.
• Complies with FV infection prevention and control policies and procedures.
• Demonstrates procedural competencies for assigned tasks.
• Complies with all Friendship Village policies and procedures.
• May perform other duties as assigned or requested.

Requirements

• Must be a licensed driver with an insured automobile in good working order.
• Successful completion of a state‑approved geriatric nursing assistant training program.
• Registration with the State registry is required.
• CPR certification is mandatory.

Skills

• Treat everyone with courteous respect (kindness).
• Maintain high levels of professionalism – holding oneself and others accountable.
• Make residents, co‑workers, and guests feel important, starting with a warm greeting by name and a smile.
• Pay attention to details.
• Ask, “Is there anything else I can do for you?”

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