Full Time Certified Nursing Assistant - Territory Specific

Company: Capstone Hospice Llc
Location: Alpharetta
Posted on: June 3, 2025

Job Description:

Description:Capstone Hospice is in search of a Certified Nursing Assistant to join our dedicated CNA team. This position is responsible for providing quality care and support to our patients who are in the final stages of their life while providing understanding and emotional support to the families. This position is responsible for providing the care and assistance to patients in their private homes and Assisted Living Facility (ALF) by following the direction of the IDG care plan under the direction of the RN.To allow timely care to our patients, it is preferred that the hospice aide live no more than 25 miles from the assigned territory. The assigned territory for this position is in the Alpharetta/Roswell area of North Fulton County. This position will have the expectation of working Monday - Friday, 8-hour day shift with some days starting as early at 7:00am. Candidates must possess the following requirements to be considered:High school diploma or GED.Graduate from an approved training competency course, registered Nurse Aide with the State of Georgia.Meet federal Home Health Aide training and competency requirements.Minimum of solid 2 years' experience as a nursing assistant.Active patient contact within the past three years, preferred.Proven and dependable career work history as a CNA.Must have reliable transportation.Capstone is an employee-centric hospice company. Our belief is simple: Inspired, proud and pleased employees will deliver a level of customer satisfaction that consistently exceeds expectations. We realize that timely and accurate responsiveness is of the highest importance at this crucial time. We routinely measure patient and family satisfaction in order to stay focused on whats most importantthe people we serve. The needs of our patients and families are our utmost priority.Requirements:To be successful in the role, candidates must possess the following knowledge, skills and ability:Ability to work independently and as part of a teamAcceptance of caring for patients in their personal homes.Ability and experience using an electronic medical record system.Compassionate and empathetic natureAbility to make accurate, and at times, quick judgments.Excellent communication and interpersonal skillsAbility to respond appropriately to crisis outside of a hospital setting.Acceptance of an adaptability to different social, racial, cultural and religious modes.The essential responsibilities of this role include the following but are not limited to: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 patients well-being at home.Preparing and assisting with meals, including special diet.Provides emotional support and compassionate care to the patient and family unit.Demonstrates listening skills.Offers encouragement when appropriate.Practices patience in voice and mannerMaintains required competency and skills.Documented initial and ongoing every 14-day supervision and evaluation by RN on each case assignment.Participates in annual performance review.Reports any changes in the patient's condition or family situation immediately by calling the Hospice office and notifying the RN.Practices Standard Precautions according to OSHA regulations and policy.Adheres to all policies procedural guidelines.Attends at least twelve (12) hours of in-service education programs a year.Maintains current certification as required by the State.Maintains current knowledge and practice of infectious disease protocols.Physical Requirements:Requires considerable physical effort most of the day including kneeling, squatting, reaching, twisting, climbing, walking, exposure to temperature and humidity changes and maximal assist in lifting and/or transferring of a 100-pound patient. Must possess sight/hearing senses or use appropriate adaptive devices that will enable senses to function at a level required to meet the essential duties of the position. Must provide evidence of annual TB test and other state-required tests or examinations.Mental Requirements:Must be able to work independently, make judgments based on assessments and data available and act accordingly. Must be flexible, innovative and possess good interpersonal skills. Must be able to cope with mental and emotional stress and demonstrate emotional stability.Working Conditions:Be able to tolerate exposure to elements including, but not limited to, odors, blood, body fluids and excrements, adverse environmental conditions and hazardous materials.Transportation:Must have a current valid drivers license, auto liability insurance and reliable transportation.This is a full-time hourly position. Full-time employees are eligible for all Capstone Hospice Benefits, to include:Cell Phone AllowanceMileage ReimbursementPaid Time offPaid Holiday Time OffMedicalDentalVisionEmployer Paid DisabilityLife InsuranceEmployer matching 401K Retirement PlanCandidates interested in applying should submit their application/resume directly through Indeed or via the Capstone Hospice website career page.by Jobble

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