CNA, Certified Nursing Assistant - VHS Hopsice

Join us at Virginia Health Services, where your passion for compassionate care can transform lives. We commit to prioritizing quality of life and want to help you live your best life too!

Recognizing you have many options; Virginia Health Services is committed to investing in its team members and offers the following benefits:

• Competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package to ensure our team members are valued and rewarded for their hard work.
• Holiday pay is available for 11 worked holidays, paid at DOUBLE time.
• Paid time off and sick time available as you accrue it (no waiting period).
• Early wage access to some of your paycheck before payday with Netspend Earned Wage Access.
• Group health insurance that includes medical, dental, vision and an employee assistance program.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match.
• Referral program with the ability to earn as much as $1,500 for each new hire you refer.
• Training and development opportunities offered in-house at our state-of-the-art Employment, Enrichment and Education (EEE) Center.
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We are dedicated to fostering a supportive environment that values innovation and collaboration, ensuring every team member plays a vital role in enhancing the quality of life for those we serve. Together, let’s make a difference!

Locally owned and headquartered in Newport News, Virginia since 1963, Virginia Health Services believes that compassionate care is the foundation of a healthier future. Our commitment extends beyond traditional healthcare; we strive to create lasting relationships that empower individuals and families on their journey to wellness with dignity and respect.

Job Summary:

To provide personal care services to the terminally ill hospice patient as needed, under the direction of the RN. To provide assistance and understanding to the family and in time of bereavement. To work as a member of the Hospice team in providing Hospice care within the guidelines of the IDG care plan.

1. Under the direction and ongoing supervision of the registered nurse, provides essential personal care assistance to the patient:
   • • Bath, care of mouth, skin and hair.
     • Bathroom or in using bedpan or commode.
     • Bed transfers as well as ambulation activities as ordered under the care plan.
     • Range of motion exercises which the Aide has been taught by appropriate professional personnel.
     • Performing such incidental household services as are essential to the patient's wellbeing at home.
     • Preparing meals including special diet.
     • Takes a patient's temperature, pulse, respirations and blood pressure if assigned by a registered nurse.
     • Assists with shopping if the patient has no other resource available.
2. Provides emotional support and compassionate care to the patient and family unit.
   • Demonstrates listening skills.
   • Offers encouragement when appropriate.
   • Practices patience in voice and mamer.
3. Maintains required competency and skills.
   • • Documented initial and ongoing every 14 day supervision and evaluation by RN on each case assignment.