Hospice Aide/CNA
Company: The Clearfork Group
Location: Austin
Posted on: March 18, 2023
Job Description:
Job Summary:Primary function is to provide personal healthcare
and related services to the patient in their place of residence; to
assist in providing a safe and clean environment, work
cooperatively with patient and family and share observations and
problems with the supervisor. Works under the direction and
supervision of a registered nurse.Job Qualifications:
Education: -High School Diploma
Preferred. Has successfully completed one of the following:
A)Training program/competency eval as specified in -418.76(b)(c)of
the Medicare regulations; B)Competency eval program that meets
-418.76(c); C) Nurse aide training/competency eval program approved
by the state and listed in good standing on the state nurse aide
registry; D) State Licensure program that meets requirements of
-418.76(b)(c). Licensure: Must have current driver's
licenseExperience: -At least one year experience, preferred, as a
Hospice Aide or Nursing Assistant in a hospital, nursing home, home
health agency, hospice, or long term care facility or completion of
Certified Nursing Assistant or Certified Home Health Aide
Program.Skills: -Must be able to read and write in English and
follow written and verbal instructions in English effectively.
Demonstrates interest in the welfare of ill and elderly. Must pass
Aide Competency Evaluation Skills Checklist that meets -418.76(c)
and written skills test.Transportation: -Reliable transportation.
Valid Drivers License and current auto liability insuranceCriminal
History: -Must agree to and pass a criminal history check.Must have
COVID 19 vaccinationEnvironmental and Working Conditions:Works in
patient's homes in various conditions, possible exposure to blood
and body fluids and infectious diseases; ability to work a flexible
schedule, ability to travel locally; some exposure to unpleasant
weather. Must have Hepatitis profile.Physical and Mental
Effort:Prolonged standing and walking required. Ability to lift up
to 50 pounds and move patients. Requires working under some
stressful conditions to meet deadlines, to identify patient needs,
to make quick decisions and meet patient/family needs. Requires
hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity. Ability to utilize
durable medical equipment in the home. - -2019 The Clear Fork
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