COMFORT HOSPICE CARE is Hiring a Hospice CNA | Part Time | Las Vegas, NV Near Las Vegas, NV
Qualifications: CNA currently certified in the State of Nevada Must hold a Valid Driver License and Valid Auto Insurance Must have reliable transportation Home Health or Hospice experience preferred ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES Responsibilities of the home health aide include, but are not limited to, the following: Providing personal care including: Baths Back rubs Oral hygiene Shampoos Changing bed linen Assisting patients with dressing and undressing Skin care to prevent breakdown Assisting the patient with toileting activities Keeping patient's living area clean and orderly, as appropriate Assisting in feeding the patient, if necessary. Taking and recording oral, rectal and axillary temperatures, pulse, respiration and blood pressure when ordered (with appropriate completed/demonstrated skills competency). Assisting in ambulation and exercise according to the plan of care. Performing range of motion and other simple procedures as an extension to therapy services as ordered (with appropriate completed/demonstrated skills competency). Providing reminders to the patient in the self-administration of medication as directed by POC. Meeting safety needs of patients and using equipment safely and properly (foot stools, side rails, etc.). Reporting on patient's condition and significant changes to the assigned nurse. Adhering to the Organization's documentation and care procedures and standards of personal and professional conduct. The above statements are only meant to be a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. The incumbents may be requested to perform job related tasks other than those stated in this description. Comfort Hospice Care is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other protected characteristics. The employer for this position is stated in the job posting. The Pennant Group, Inc. is a holding company of independent operating subsidiaries that provide healthcare services through home health and hospice agencies and senior living communities located throughout the US. Each of these businesses is operated by a separate, independent operating subsidiary that has its own management, employees and assets. More information about The Pennant Group, Inc. is available at http://www.pennantgroup.com.