Hospice CNA - Florence

Duties and Responsibilities

• Stewards the philosophy/mission of Patriot Healthcare which focuses on the overriding values of human dignity and respectful response to the needs of persons with life threatening/terminal and/or chronic illnesses.
• Participates with the IDG in the development and implementation of the patient/family’s plan of care.
• Perform all assigned tasks in accordance with Hospice policies and procedures, and as instructed by supervisor.
• Follow work assignments and/or work schedules in completing and performing assigned tasks.
• Make sure patient is as comfortable as possible at all times.
• Changing bed linens when necessary and keep linens tight without wrinkles under the patient.
• Duties may include assisting patients with daily mouth care, bath functions, dressing/undressing, hair care functions, non-diabetic nail care, shaving, toileting, feeding, giving back rubs, assisting with exercises and ambulation, applying elastic stockings and/or heel/elbow protectors, checking intake/output records, checking bowel movements and character of stools, preparing and giving enemas, assist with lifting, turning, moving, positioning, and transferring into and out of beds, chairs, bathtubs, wheelchairs, lifts, etc., assisting with the care of the dying patient, providing post mortem care as instructed, observing and reporting the presence of pressure areas and skin breakdown, report injuries of unknown source, including skin tears, assisting with special treatments as instructed (i.e. indwelling catheter care, perineal care, nonsterile vaginal irrigation/douches, application of bandages, etc.).
• Document tasks performed and other comments related to visit.
• Communicate with family or facility staff to ensure nursing services can be adequately maintained to meet the needs of the patient.
• Create and maintain an atmosphere of warmth, personal interest and positive emphasis as well as a calm environment for the patient.
• Communicate with supervisor on regularly scheduled basis to assist in identifying areas of concern regarding patient care.
• Report all complaints and grievances made by the patient/caregiver/family member.