What are the responsibilities and job description for the NA I position at FirstHealth of the Carolinas, Inc.?
Overview
A Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) in home hospice primarily
provides personal care to patients with life-limiting illnesses, including assisting with bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, eating, mobility support, turning and repositioning in bed, monitoring vital signs, maintaining a clean environment, and offering emotional support, all while closely observing and reporting any changes in the patient's condition to the hospice nurseResponsibilities
Key responsibilities of a hospice CNA:- Personal hygiene:Bathing, oral hygiene, hair care, nail care, incontinence care
- Mobility assistance:Helping patients transfer to chairs or beds, assisting with walking, using assistive devices
- Comfort measures:Providing skin care, positioning to prevent pressure sores, offering comfort items
- Meal assistance:Helping with meal preparation, feeding patients, monitoring intake
- Light housekeeping:Keeping the patient's immediate environment clean, changing linens
- Observation and reporting:Monitoring vital signs, noting changes in patient condition, communicating concerns to the hospice nurse
- Emotional support:Providing companionship, listening to patients and families, offering emotional comfort
Qualifications
Qualifications:The following or equivalents are the minimum requirements to perform the essential functions of this position: Education/formal training/licensure/certification/experience:- Completion of high school or its equivalent.
- Successful completion of a NAI Program.
- Nursing Assistant I current listing with the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) (N.C. Nurse Aide I Registry)
- Possess valid NC Drivers License
- Certifications Required: · Certifications Recommended:
