Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Beloved Hospice is looking for CNA candidates who are passionate about Hospice Care, to join our team! At Beloved Hospice, we believe that compassion is powerful medicine. We’re a heart-forward, patient-centered hospice team dedicated to making every day count for our patients and their families. Our name says it all, we treat every person we serve as beloved. Duties and Responsibilities: Follows and individualized Plan of Care established by the interdisciplinary team for each patient Provide personal care (bathing, grooming, dressing) that helps patients feel comfortable, clean, and cared for Offer companionship, compassion, and maybe even a smile or two Assist with light housekeeping or meal prep to keep things cozy and safe Work closely with our nurses, social workers, chaplains, and volunteers to deliver whole-person care Document visits and observations accurately (we promise, no novels required!) Travel between patient locations across your assigned service area — mileage reimbursed, of course Successfully demonstrates the ability to provide the following care(s) to patients: Bathing (shower, partial, full bed bath), Oral Care (for an alert patient, an unresponsive patient and a patient with dentures), Shaving (with disposable and electric razor), Vital Signs (blood pressure, pulse, temperature and respirations), Basic Nail Care, Shampoo Patient’s Hair (in shower and in bed), Use Appropriate Dressing Techniques (for an ambulatory, wheelchair bound, bedbound and unresponsive patients), Provide Effective Skin Care, Knowledge of Proper Toileting Techniques, Knowledge with Proper Colostomy Care, Knowledge with Urinary Bag Devices, Appropriate Positioning and Body Alignment , Range of Motion Activities, Safe Transfer Techniques, Reporting Change in Patient Condition to RN Case Manager, Notify RN Case Manager when Patient Complains of Pain, Basic Homemaker Services, Light Housekeeping Services , Laundering of Personal Clothing and Linens, Meal Preparation/Feeding, Companionship Gathers data as assigned by the RN Assumes responsibility for on-going personal development and continuing education Creates opportunities for new referrals and referral relationships when representing the company in the community Supports the philosophy, objectives and mission of BeLoved Hospice Maintains professional competency and licensure Immediately reports any changes to the RN Case Manager or Director of Nursing Reports unusual conditions, observations and pertinent information to the RN Case Manager Understands/provides basic principles of palliative care/pain management within the Scope of Practice Provides personal care as assigned by the RN, which may consist of but not limited to: Certified Nurse Assistant duties, companionship, light housekeeping, etc. Comply with all documentation policies/procedures, which include documentation at bedside Other duties as assigned Qualifications and Experience: Must be currently certified as a Certified Nurse Aide by the Oregon Board of Nursing. Must have reliable transportation and maintain auto insurance. Successful completion of background check pursuant to ORS 181A.195. CPR/BLS Certified Must have a valid Drivers License The Home Health Aide may also be referred to as a CNA and will have the ability to perform basic homemaker services as well. Read, write and understand the English language. Prefer one year experience as a CNA in hospice or home health or geriatric care. Must be able to demonstrate basic CNA qualifications and successfully pass initial direct and indirect supervision competency items prior to direct care with a patient. Why You’ll Love Working Here: A supportive, close-knit team that treats you like family Flexible scheduling — because we know life happens Paid mileage, training, and ongoing education Competitive pay and benefits The chance to truly make a difference every single day Job Types: Part-time, Per diem Pay: $22.00 - $26.00 per hour Benefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching Continuing education credits Dental insurance Flexible schedule Health insurance Life insurance Mileage reimbursement Paid orientation Paid time off Paid training Vision insurance Application Question(s): Travel to our patients place of residence is required in this role. How many miles from your home are you willing to commute to provide care to our patients? Do you maintain auto insurance and are you able to present your proof of auto insurance upon hire? Yes or No License/Certification: Driver's License (Required) CPR Certification (Required) Work Location: On the road