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Jet Health Inc

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Jet Health Inc, Santa Fe, New Mexico, us, 87503

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Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Santa Fe, NM (http://maps.google.com/maps?q=3812+Academy+Pkwy+N+NE+Albuquerque+NM+USA+87109)

Job Type

Part-time

Description

Hospice de la Luz/Jet Health, Inc.is seeking apart-time,dedicated, compassionate and experienced,CertifiedNursing Assistantto join our team serving our patients currently enrolled in ourhospice servicesin and aroundSanta Fe, NM.

The Certified Nursing Assistant 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 Certified Nursing Assistant is responsible for observing the patient, reporting these observations and documenting observations and care performed.

The Certified Nursing Assistant will be assigned in a manner that promotes quality, continuity and safety of a patient's care.

Requirements

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 Registered Nurse Case Manager immediately

Meeting safety needs of patient and using equipment safely and properly (foot stools, side rails, O2 etc.)

Performing vitals and ADLs for each patient as needed including but not limited to personal care including baths, oral hygiene, shampoos and changing bed linen, assisting in dressing and undressing patients, assisting in feeding the patient as assigned

Providing proper care and observation of patient's skin to prevent breakdown of tissue over bony prominence

Reporting on patient's condition and significant changes to the Registered Nurse 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

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 immediate living space tidy, 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

Participate in on-call as assigned

Meets the training requirements of the State

Position Qualifications

Active CNA license in the state you are applying and will be working

One year of Certified Nursing Assistant experience required

One year of home health/hospice experience preferred

At least 18 years of age

Ability to read and follow written instructions and document care given

Is self-directing with the ability to work with little direct supervision. Provides a calm manner when in a patient’s home

Has empathy for the needs of the ill, injured, frail and the impaired

Possess and maintains current CPR certification

Demonstrates tact, patience and good personal hygiene

Licensed driver with automobile that is insured in accordance with organization requirements and is in good working order

Job Limitations

The Certified Nursing Assistant will not function in any manner viewed as the practice of nursing according to the Nurse Practice Act.

Skills Required

Excellent oral and written communications

Excellent organizational skills

Working Conditions

Community home environment

Exposure to infectious diseases

In and out of automobile

Benefits for full time employees:

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance

Accident, Critical Illness, and Cancer Insurance

401k Plan w/ discretionary company match

Company-paid Life Insurance

Paid time off

Holiday pay

Mileage Reimbursement

Competitive Compensation

Salary Description

$20 - $23