Job Category : Clinical Support
Clinical Support
Work Shift / Schedule :
8 Hr Morning - Afternoon
Northeast Georgia Health System is rooted in a foundation of improving the health of our communities.
About the Role : Job Summary
Job Summary
Has successfully completed Certified Nursing Assistant training who renders direct personal care and other supported services to patients within patients' place of residence under the direction of the Registered Nurse and in accordance with the individual plan of care.
This position will care for patients in the infant, child, adolescent, adult, and geriatric age groups. Employee performs clinical duties in accordance with population specific guidelines and adheres to National Patient Safety Goals as outlined in policy and procedures.
Minimum Job Qualifications
Licensure or other certifications : Current Georgia Certified Nursing Assistant Certification.
Educational Requirements : CNA license is acceptable as minimum educational requirement.
Minimum Experience : Other :
Other :
Preferred Job Qualifications
Preferred Licensure or other certifications :
Preferred Educational Requirements :
Preferred Experience : One (1) year of nursing assistant-related experience.
Other :
Job Specific and Unique Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Basic nursing assistant skills
Basic mathematical abilities
Knowledge of emergency procedures
Demonstrates techniques of therapeutic communication and explains procedure regarding care to be provided to patient prior to start of procedure
Demonstrates commitment and willingness to follow supervisory guidelines and work as part of a team
Essential Tasks and Responsibilities
Provides personal care such as bathing, shampoo, nail care, mouth care, as directed by the patient's plan of care in accordance with service procedures and assists patient's with ADL's and necessary self help skills, leaving the patient's immediate environment neat and clean.
Utilizes proper body mechanics, provides for positioning, mobility, or comfort needs. Contributes to patient safety and reports potential problems / concepts to the Patient Care Manager / RN / Therapist.
Performs light housekeeping in patient homes and other patient-related activities as directed by the RN per hospice plan of care.
Performs, on the average, 5 billable visits per day.
Provides respite and / or continuous care for patients / caregivers when applicable and as directed by the RN / Patient Care Manager.
Documents care rendered according to service procedures and forwards to designated personnel within 24 hours of visit with 95% accuracy per record review.
Completes 12 hours HHA in-service / education programs plus additional In-services yearly.
Drives vehicle throughout designated service area, adhering to standards of safe driving practices, as evidenced by report of DMV.
Participates in Performance Improvement activities as directed by the Patient Care Manager.
Reports problems / concerns regarding patients to RN / Patient Care Manager.
Assists patients in achieving their ADLS goals.
Contributes information to the development of the POC by reporting changes in patients and caregivers functional level and abilities.
Physical Demands
Weight Lifted : Up to 100 lbs, Frequently 31-65% of time
Weight Carried : Up to 100 lbs, Frequently 31-65% of time
Vision : Moderate, Occasionally 0-30% of time
Kneeling / Stooping / Bending : Frequently 31-65%
Standing / Walking : Frequently 31-65%
Pushing / Pulling : Frequently 31-65%
Intensity of Work : Frequently 31-65%
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