To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
· Reports perceived changes in condition to the registered nurse.
· Perform normal household services essential to health care at home.
· Lifts, moves and transports patients, using proper body mechanics or lifting devices for accident prevention.
· May not administer medications but may remind the client to take medication and may deliver medication refills as directed by the licensed nurse.
· Perform simple diagnostic activities, i.e.: taking vital signs (blood pressure, pulse, respirations), taking oral, axially, or rectal temperature: testing urine, collecting urine or stool specimens: if included in the plan of care.
· Perform activities of daily living as written in plan of care.
· Provide social interaction and reassurance to the client and family, in accordance with the plan of care.
· Documentation of the care provided is reported in the patient record.
This job description is not intended to be all inclusive and the employee will also perform other reasonably related business duties as assigned by management.
Location: Bryan, Texas
Shift: Full Time, Days
Benefits: Health, Dental and Vision Insurance, 403b Retirement, PTO Accrual, CHPN Certification, HSA, Life Insurance, and more!
Requirements
· CNA license in state of Texas
· 1 years of clinical experience, Home Health or Hospice preferred
· Valid driver’s license, auto insurance and reliable transportation
Hospice Brazos Valley is the only nonprofit hospice serving the Brazos Valley. We have office locations in Bryan, Brenham, and La Grange. The nonprofit difference means that patients, not profits, guide the comprehensive care our patients receive. Our bereavement professionals lead a variety of grief support groups and programs hosted across the 17 counties we serve. Thanks to generous community support, all grief support groups and programs are offered at no cost and maintain an open invitation to anyone in the communities we serve. In addition, our award-winning hospice care is provided to all, regardless of ability to pay. Our patients receive care from a team of highly-skilled professionals whose goal is to add quality to life when life is limited.
Hospice Brazos Valley exists to care for people. Our wish is for anyone who encounters us to be better for the experience. Time with patients and families is filled with hope, encouragement, celebration, and service. Caring provides opportunities to positively change lives and create joyful memories to share for years to come.
