Full Time Hospice Aide - CNA - North Houston

Job Description

Job DescriptionSalary:

Our chosen candidate will support our patients in the Northern Houston area, covering north of I-10, East of I-45

Job Summary:

The primary function of the Hospice Aide - Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) is to provide personal healthcare and related services to the patient in their place of residence; to assist in providing a safe and clean environment, work cooperatively with patient and family and share observations and problems with the supervisor.

Essential Functions:

• Provide direct patient care to patients under direction of the RN and according to the Aide Plan of Care.
• Provide necessary skills to assist the patient with safe transfers and ambulation per agency policy.
• Provide necessary skill to appropriately report changes and document pertinent information and care rendered to patients to ensure continuity of care.
• Practice accepted infection control principles.
• Promote positive, supportive, respectful communication to patient/family and other employees.
• Provide an environment which promotes respect for patients, privacy and property.
• Provide skills necessary to assist the patient with proper nutrition and adequate fluid intake.
• Contribute to the management and efficient operation of the agency and demonstrate effective time management skills.
• Provide skills necessary to perform treatments and procedures according to agency policy.

Education, Experience, and Certifications Needed:

• High School Diploma Preferred.
• At least one year experience as a CNA working for a hospice agency/program heavily preferred but not required.
• Active CNA license in the state of Texas.
• Successful completion of the Aide Competency Evaluation Skills Checklist that meets 418.76 and written Skills Test.
• Must have current drivers license, and reliable transportation with a valid and current auto liability insurance