CNA (In-Patient Hospice Facility) - Night Shift- Per Diem
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Hospice of the North Coast
Carlsbad, CA, US
Summary
The CNA provides personal care services and maintains a safe, healthy environment for terminally ill patients in an in-patient facility. They also provide respite and relief for primary caregivers while reporting clinical information to the hospice team.
Job Description
JOIN A TEAM THAT IS COMPACT IN SIZE, YET LARGE OF HEART
Hospice of the North Coast hires passionate individuals eager to join our agency's mission: to deliver compassionate, personalized care to patients and their families during end-of-life transitions. We hire individuals who wish to thrive on playing a unique role in a person's life. They are compassionate clinicians and administrative staff who take pride in serving as advocates for each and every patient and who are fulfilled by being part of a very intimate stage of life. Collectively we serve patients, their families, and the community. Are you looking for a fulfilling role that will allow you to make a difference in a patient's life? Please apply today!
Position Summary:
Per Diem, NOC Shift 8:00pm to 8:30am, mainly weekend support, mostly on Saturdays , average 2 shifts a week, with opportunities for more as the need arises.
As a member of the care team the CNA provides personal care services to the terminally ill patient and performs related tasks. Duties assigned are to increase the level of comfort, and to maintain personal hygiene and a safe, healthy environment for the patient and to provide for temporary respite and relief from total care responsibilities for the primary caregiver.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education:
A high school graduate.
Credentials:
Current Certification within the State. Certified Nursing Assistant and Palliative Care Hospice aide desired.
Experience:
Demonstrated experience as a hospice aide or completion of an appropriate hospice orientation and training program.
Core Competencies:
Demonstrated competency in performance of hospice aide functions. Ability to read, write and verbally report clinical information to patients, caregivers, and other hospice staff. Ability to work with dying patients and their families. Possesses a sympathetic attitude toward caring for the hospice patient and demonstrates positive communication skills in interacting with other members of the hospice team. Other: Valid driver's license and auto insurance. Satisfactory Criminal Background Checks.
EXCELLENT BENEFIT PACKAGE INCLUDES:
**Matching 401K plan
**Continuous professional and clinical training
**Holiday Pay
**EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
We are a community based, non-profit organization providing quality end-of-life care to terminally ill and bereavement support to the families that love them. Navigating the ever-changing mosaic of healthcare choices can be challenging...our team of professionals is available to answer questions.
Our goal is to maintain dignity, comfort and the highest quality of life for those we serve regardless of age, race, disability, creed, sexual orientation or ability to pay. We are a model organization that honors and recognizes its staff, volunteers and Board.
Founded
1980
Company size
51-200 employees
Industry
Hospitals and Health Care
Org type
Nonprofit
Headquarters
Carlsbad, CA
