CNA - Hospice - FT

Job description

Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America’s heartland.



Work Shift:
8 Hours - Day Shifts (United States of America)


Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40


Compensation:
Salary Range: $17 - $25.50




Union Position:
No


Department Details
Our hospice care team is committed to meeting the physical, spiritual, and emotional needs of those we serve. We strive to ensure that patients spend their last days with dignity, whether at home or in a warm, home-like inpatient setting.
-Flexible scheduling available
-M-F Day Hours
-Mileage paid monthly for travel within a 60-mile radius
-Competitive federal rate for mileage reimbursement
Summary
Performs tasks as delegated and indicated on the care plan for assigned patients under the supervision of a registered nurse. The Nursing Assistant (NA) will understand the basic elements of body functioning.
Job Description
Understands the physical and emotional changes including those which occur in the death and dying process. Delivers age appropriate care related to the physical and psychological needs of the patient per care plan. Assists patients in daily living activities such as dressing and undressing, bathing and eating. Good interpersonal skills, be courteous and caring. Must know medical terminology, organizational policies and procedures. Requires ability to do detailed work correctly, function under and handle stress. Must be able to work with growth and development needs of all client and patient population.
Qualifications
High school graduate or general equivalency diploma (GED) preferred, but not required.
Completion of a 75-hour nurse assistant course is required.
Required to be registered as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) and registered in the applicable state's Department of Health. Obtains and subsequently maintains required department specific competencies and certifications. Valid driver's license required.
Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet.
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