Certified Nurse’s Assistant

JOB SUMMARY: Responsible for providing compassionate personal care and homemaker services for patients when appropriate and maintaining a safe and healthy environment as directed by the IDT plan of care.

REPORTS TO: RN Case Manager

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Current Certified Georgia Nurse’s Aide certificate
• Current CPR certification
• Valid driver’s license, personal vehicle for on-the-job transportation, and evidence of insurance coverage as required by company policy.
• Ability to communicate well, both verbally and in writing
• Required to have visual acuity to operate motor vehicles.

JOB CONDITIONS AND WORK DEMANDS:

• Requires minimal lifting of 50 lbs occasionally and up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
• Prolonged periods of sitting with periodic kneeling, standing, stooping, pushing, pulling and walking, as well as communication by phone and in person.
• Travel will be required, by car.
• Both inside and outside environmental conditions.
• Work Monday through Friday may include on-call work weekends, evenings, and nights.

ENVIRONMENT CONDITIONS AND RISK:

Frequently– Exposure to blood, body tissues, and other potentially infectious fluids

Rarely – Exposure to other hazardous waste materials

Frequently – Exposure to unpleasant odors as related to care of incontinent residents or wounds

Frequently – Exposure to latex, plastic and/or materials which are used for personal protective equipment

Occasionally – Exposure to marked changes in temperature and/or humidity

Frequently – Exposure to microbial bacteria and other infectious agents inherent to care of ill patient

Frequently – Exposure to fumes, odors, dust, poor ventilation, or smoking

RESPONSIBILITIES: (Included but not limited to):

• Provide quality care to residents in an environment which promotes their rights, dignity, freedom of choice, and their individuality.
• Follow the written Plan of Care as directed by the RN.
• Observe, report, and document of patient status and the care or service furnished.
• Observe deviations from the usual physical and mental conditions, report to Primary RN or RN Supervisor.
• Communicate with and support patient and family.
• Read and record temperature, pulse, and respiration as directed by the plan of care.
• Utilize basic infection control procedures.
• Recognize basic elements of body functioning and changes in body function that must be reported to an aide’s supervisor.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and healthy patient environment.
• Change bed linens as directed by the plan of care
• Recognize emergencies and utilize knowledge of emergency procedures.
• Show respect for the patient, the patient ' s privacy, and the patient ' s property.
• Utilize appropriate and safe techniques in personal hygiene and grooming that include bed bath; sponge, tub, or shower bath; shampooing in the sink, tub, or bed; shaving, nail and skin care; oral hygiene; and toileting and elimination as directed by the plan of care.
• Utilize Safe transfer techniques and ambulation as directed by the plan of care.
• Aide in Normal range of motion and positioning after demonstration by RN or therapist; as directed by the plan of care.
• Monitor and report nutrition and fluid intake as directed by the plan of care.
• Prepare and assist with eating as directed by the plan of care.
• Any other task that the hospice may choose to have the personal care aide perform, as authorized by law.
• Document visit record electronically within 24 hours of the visit.
• Maintain and respect the confidentiality of medical records and information concerning patients.
• Responsible for submitting patient charges, mileage, and supplies to office staff.
• Participate in IDT meetings as directed.
• Provide care in all areas Family hospice covers on assigned office counties.
• Cover weekend/holiday schedule as assigned.
• Perform other duties as assigned.