CNA / Certified Nursing Assistant – Hospice Aide
| Company | BrightSpring Health Services |
|---|---|
| Location | Jacksonville, FL, USA |
| Salary | $Not Provided – $Not Provided |
| Type | Full-Time |
| Degrees | |
| Experience Level | Junior |
Requirements
- Meets the training requirements of the State
- Completed a minimum of 75 hours of classroom and supervised practical training (16 hours of classroom must be completed prior to a mandatory 16 hours of practical training)
- Minimum of six months experience including providing personal care
- At least 18 years of age
- Ability to read and follow written instructions and document care given
- Understands hospice philosophy, comfortable providing care to the terminally ill
- Satisfactory references from previous employers
- Ability to work with little direct supervision
- Secure with issues of death/dying
- Provides a calm manner when in a patient’s home
- Possess and maintains current CPR certification
- Demonstrates tact, patience, and good personal hygiene
- Successfully completes a probationary period
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Good organizational skills
Responsibilities
- Help with bathing, dressing, toileting, mobility, and repositioning
- Observe and report changes in the patient’s condition
- Assist with ambulation, transfers, ROM exercises and safe equipment use
- Help with self-administered medications per state regulations
- Offer companionship and comfort to patients and families
- Change linens, assist with meals, and maintain a clean space
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation
- Collaborate with hospice interdisciplinary team
Preferred Qualifications
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No preferred qualifications provided.