Certified Nursing Assistant; CNA

Position: Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
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medical, dental, and vision insurance

company paid life insurance policy up to $15,000

fsa and fsa dependent care

supplemental insurance such as short-term disability, long-term disability, etc.

401(k) retirement plan with company match

paid time off (pto) program to total up to 208 hours a year

tuition and certification reimbursement for qualified employees

employee assistance program (eap).

free parking at all locations.

mileage reimbursement for company travel.

compensation

arkansas hospice offers competitive wages and base our pay rates off each candidate's years of experience. The rates that are listed on the indeed job site are not ours and are not accurate.

position summary

under the direct supervision of a registered nurse, the certified nursing assistant provides personal hygiene for the patients of arkansas hospice and maintains a safe and orderly environment within the guidelines of the interdisciplinary team plan of care.

qualifications

education: high school diploma or ged; satisfactory completion of a nursing assistant (cna) training and competency evaluation program that complies with arkansas department of health guidelines also required.
experience: previous experience in direct patient care in a hospital, long-term care facility, or hospice preferred.
licensure: certified nursing assistant (cna)
additional requirements: must be eligible for a letter of determination and successfully complete a skills evaluation test. Valid arkansas driver's license, car insurance, and car also required (home care).

primary responsibilities

under the direction and ongoing supervision of the registered nurse, performs the following procedures, respecting the dignity, comfort, and privacy of the patient:

• bed bath/sponge bath/tub/whirlpool, and shower;
• shampoo
• skin, hair, and nail care (excluding diabetic patients)
• oral hygiene/care of the mouth/denture care
• toileting and elimination; assistance to bathroom or in using bedpan or commode
• normal range of motion and positioning
• safe transfer and ambulation techniques
• feeding and fluids; sets up meal tray and encourages fluids
• assists nurse when treatments are being performed

performs routine housekeeping tasks to provide a safe and comfortable environment as instructed by the registered nurse

conducts rounds on assigned patients every two hours and as needed to assure basic physical care needs are met. Alerts the professional care team member when problems are identified that require professional intervention (inpatient center)

maintains accurate documentation of assignments for each patient as directed by registered nurse.

establishes a relationship with the patient and family which is respectful, caring and promotes trust and confidentiality while maintaining appropriate boundaries.

communicates effectively with members of the interdisciplinary team, patient, and family.

recognizes and immediately reports to registered nurse any changes in the patient's mental or physical condition, family situation, and/or emergencies.

properly uses equipment required for ensuring patient's safety.

maintains a clean, safe environment while caring for the patient.

observes, reports, and documents patient status and services provided. Reads and records vital signs indicated on the plan of care. Notifies registered nurse if vital signs are found to be outside normal limits.

follows standard precautions and basic infection control procedures according to osha regulations and arkansas hospice, inc. Policies and procedures.

maintains strict confidentiality at all times.

utilizes and models excellent customer service skills at all times; seeks opportunities to assist patients, families and co-workers; demonstrates teamwork and cooperation.

accepts direction and follows instructions from supervisor; seeks additional information as needed; works with minimal supervision.

adheres to all organizational and departmental policies and procedures.

continually meets organizational standards for attendance and punctuality; notifies supervisor in a timely manner when employee will be absent or late for work.

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