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Capstone Hospice

Hospice Certified Nursing Assistant - Alpharetta / Milton Territory

Capstone Hospice, Peachtree Corners, Georgia, United States,


Job Type

Full-time

Description

We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Hospice Certified Nursing Assistant to join our team. As a Hospice CNA, you will be responsible for providing quality care and support to our patients who are in the final stages of their lives while providing emotional support to the families. You will work closely with our interdisciplinary team to ensure that our patients receive the best possible care and support. You will provide personal care and assistance to patients in their homes or living facilities.

This position will have the expectations of working Monday - Friday, 8-hour day shift. This position will require daily driving, it is preferred that the hospice aide live no more than 35 miles from their assigned territory, candidates that apply who live more than 35 miles will not be considered. The assigned territory for this position is Alpharetta / Milton.

At Capstone Hospice our mission is to bring comfort and peace to those we serve by providing a qualitatively distinct hospice experience. For patients and families struggling with a serious illness, Capstone is committed to serving these individuals with fully trained, loyal and friendly caregivers.

Our staff - our people - make all the difference when it comes to providing the highest quality services in the region. We realize our people are our most valuable asset and we go to great lengths to ensure we hire and retain only the most compassionate and skilled caregivers.

Capstone is an employee-centric hospice company. Our belief is simple: Inspired, proud and pleased employees will deliver a level of customer satisfaction that consistently exceeds expectations. We realize that timely and accurate responsiveness is of the highest importance at this crucial time. We routinely measure patient and family satisfaction in order to stay focused on what's most important...the people we serve.

Our owner, as well as company leadership, is always available for feedback. Our company structure lends itself to flexible, prompt and efficient response from our staff. The needs of our patients and families are our utmost priority.

Check us out online at www.capstonehospice.com.

Requirements

Candidates must possess the following requirements to be considered:

High school diploma or GED.Graduate from an approved training competency course.Meet federal Home Health Aide training and competency requirements.Minimum of solid 2 years' experience as a nursing assistant.Active patient contact within past three years, preferred.Proven dependable career work history as a CNA.To be successful in the role, candidates must possess the following knowledge, skills and ability:

Ability to work independently and as part of a teamCompassionate and empathetic natureAbility to make accurate, and at times, quick judgments.Excellent communication and interpersonal skillsAbility to respond appropriately to crisis outside of a hospital setting.Acceptance of an adaptability to different social, racial, cultural and religious modes.This position provides personal care services to the terminally ill hospice patient as needed, under the direction of the RN. To provide assistance and understanding to the family and in time of bereavement. To work as a member of the Hospice team in providing Hospice care within the guidelines of the IDG care plan.

Under the direction and ongoing supervision of the registered nurse, provides essential personal care assistance to the patient:

Bath, care of mouth, skin and hair.Bathroom or in using bedpan or commode.Bed transfers as well as ambulation activities as ordered under the care plan.Range of motion exercises which the Aide has been taught by appropriate professional personnel.Performing such incidental household services as are essential to the patient's well-being at home.Preparing and assisting with meals, including special diet.Provides emotional support and compassionate care to the patient and family unit.

Demonstrates listening skills.Offers encouragement when appropriate.Practices patience in voice and mannerMaintains required competency and skills.

Documented initial and ongoing every 14-day supervision and evaluation by RN on each case assignment.Participates in annual performance review.Reports any changes in the patient's condition or family situation immediately by calling the Hospice office and notifying the RN.Practices Standard Precautions according to OSHA regulations and policy.Adheres to all policies procedural guidelines.Attends at least twelve (12) hours of in-service education programs a year.Maintains current certification as required by the State.Maintains current knowledge and practice of infectious disease protocols.

Physical Requirements:

Requires considerable physical effort most of the day including kneeling, squatting, reaching, twisting, climbing, walking, exposure to temperature and humidity changes and maximal assist in lifting and/or transferring of a 100-pound patient. Must possess sight/hearing senses or use appropriate adaptive devices that will enable senses to function at a level required to meet the essential duties of the position. Must provide evidence of annual TB test and other state-required tests or examinations.

Mental Requirements:

Must be able to work independently, make judgments based on assessments and data available and act accordingly. Must be flexible, innovative and possess good interpersonal skills. Must be able to cope with mental and emotional stress and demonstrate emotional stability.

Working Conditions:

Be able to tolerate exposure to elements including, but not limited to, odors, blood, body fluids and excrements, adverse environmental conditions and hazardous materials.Transportation:

Must have a current valid driver's license, auto liability insurance and reliable transportation.

This is a full-time hourly position. Full-time employees are eligible for all Capstone Hospice Benefits, to include:

Cell Phone Allowance

Mileage Reimbursement

Paid Time off

Paid Holiday Time Off

Medical

Dental

Vision

Employer Paid Disability

Life Insurance

Employer matching 401K Retirement Plan

Candidates interested in applying should submit their application/resume directly through Indeed or via the Capstone Hospice website career page.