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Job description
Job Type
Full-time
Description
Imagine being the person who brings comfort, dignity, and a sense of peace to someone during one of life's most important journeys. It's not just about physical care-it's about listening, sharing smiles, and creating moments that matter. Hospice of the Piedmont is seeking a Hospice CNA to join our stellar team of compassionate healthcare professionals.
Qualified candidates must live in or near Augusta County.
Our office hours are Monday-Friday 8:30-5:00.
In this role you will provide a wide range of responsibilities to ensure the well-being and comfort of patients. Key duties include:
• Personal Care: Assisting with hygiene, toileting, mobility, medication, and meal preparation.
• Health Monitoring: Measuring and recording fluid intake/output, and reporting changes to the nurse supervisor.
• Documentation: Maintaining electronic medical records (EMR) and documenting services provided.
• Housekeeping: Performing light housekeeping duties in the patient area.
• Patient Environment: Maintain a clean, safe, and pleasant environment while following infection control principles.
• Emergency Procedures: Recognizing and responding to emergencies.
• Professional Development: Maintaining competency and registration.
Essential Skills for Success:
• Self-motivation
• Time management
• Ability to build trust and rapport with patients and families
• Ability to function in stressful situations
• Basic computer skills
Qualifications:
• Registered by the Virginia Department of Health Professions as a Certified Nursing Assistant
• One year of relevant experience required
• Hospice experience, preferred
• Driver's license, personal automobile, and current automobile liability insurance
Typical Physical Demands/Working Conditions:
• Regular use of hands, reaching, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, talking, and hearing. Frequent standing, sitting, climbing, and balancing. Occasional walking, tasting, and smelling.
• Ability to lift/move up to 50 pounds and push up to 200 pounds in a wheelchair.
• Effective telephone communication, keyboarding, and regular use of a computer screen.
• Frequent travel
Hospice of the Piedmont offers competitive wages and a comprehensive benefits package, which includes Medical, Dental, Life, Short & Long Term Disability, 403(b) and Roth Retirement Plans with employer matching, Flexible Spending Accounts, Employee Assistance Program, Paid Time Off, and Paid Holidays.
Hospice of the Piedmont is a non-profit, equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and patients served.
**Actual starting pay will be based on relevant experience and qualifications.**
Salary Description
$19-$24
Worksite address
charlottesville, VA, 22904, US
Who can apply
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