PRN Certified Nurse Aid (CNA)- Hospice

Location

Azura Palliative Care and Hospice WI LLC

Position

Certified Nurse Aid (CNA)- Hospice

Full-Time / Part-Time

PRN

Exempt / Non-Exempt

Non-Exempt

Shift

Days

Description

PRN Certified Nurse Aid (CNA)- Hospice

The hospice aide is a paraprofessional member of the interdisciplinary group who works under the supervision of a registered nurse and performs various services for a patient as necessary to meet the patient's personal needs and to promote comfort. The hospice aide is responsible for observing the patient, reporting these observations, and documenting observations and care performed.

The hospice aide will be assigned by a Registered Nurse in a manner that promotes quality, continuity, and safety of a patient's care.

Essential Job Functions / Responsibilities

Responsibilities of the hospice aide include, but are not limited to, the following :

• Performing personal care needs after given a patient's assignment and attending to his / her requests promptly. If unable to perform a certain task, report to the Case Manager immediately.
• Providing patient and family with positive communication techniques, within realm of ethical and respectful care, including confidentiality.
• Meeting safety needs of patient and using equipment safely and properly (foot stools, side rails, O2 etc.)
• Giving personal care including baths, back rubs, oral hygiene, shampoos and changing bed linen as often as assigned.
• Assisting in dressing and undressing patients as assigned.
• Planning and preparing nutritious meals, including shopping, as assigned.
• Assisting in feeding the patient as assigned.
• Taking and recording oral, rectal and auxiliary temperatures, pulse, respiration and blood pressure when ordered with appropriate completed / demonstrated skills competency.
• Providing proper care and observation of patient's skin to prevent breakdown of tissue over bony prominence.
• Assessing and reporting on patient's condition and significant changes to the Case Manager. Also aware of the caregiver or other individuals living with the patient and interpersonal issues.
• Assisting in ambulation and exercise as instructed by the hospice nurse or therapist.
• Provide normal range of motion and transfers / positioning as directed.
• Assistance with self-administered medications as allowed by state regulations, such as 'reminders.'
• Offering and assisting with bedpans and urinals. Providing assistance as assigned with light laundry needs.
• Performing range of motion and other simple procedures as an extensional therapy service as ordered with appropriate completed / demonstrated skills competency.
• Providing respite for patient's / family / caregiver when on-site, as appropriate.
• Keeping patient's living area clean and orderly, as assigned.
• Adhering to the organization's documentation and care procedures and standards of personal and professional conduct.
• Participates in quality assessment performance improvement teams and activities.
• Respectful of patient and family / caregiver environment and patient's personal needs.

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.

Position Requirements

Position Qualifications

About the Organization

Wisconsin-based and family-owned, Azura Memory Care and Assisted Living is excited to meet the needs of our residents, families, and expert care teams. We currently have 14 memory care and assisted living community locations which can be found all throughout the state.

Azura Memory Care is always looking for exceptional people to join our team. Experience in the field is a plus, but we are most interested in the care and compassion you demonstrate to the people we serve, how friendly you are to our visitors, and how you support your team members. We are committed to working with the best, brightest and most dedicated in the industry. At Azura Memory Care we see each member of our team as a critical partner in the quality and person- centered care we provide to our residents with memory loss.

Great Place to Work certified 4 years in a row and just named a Top Workplace by the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, Azura offers significant opportunities for growth and career advancement.

In addition to a rewarding career and competitive salary, Azura offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, 401(k) plan with company match, our Employee Assistance Program, unlimited PTO, tuition reimbursement and much more!

Five core values guide the decision we make as team members and as a company :

We are COMMITTED to the care of our residents and team members

We LOVE what we do and who we do it with

We encourage INNOVATION and creativity We treat our residents with the utmost COMPASSION

We treat everyone with KINDNESS, dignity and respect

Learn more at : EOE Statement

We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

This position is currently accepting applications.