Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - Inpatient PRN

Description

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - Inpatient PRN Day/Night

Location: Lexington, KY

Schedule: PRN (as needed)

Shift Differential Pay for Night Shift

We Offer:

• Competitive Pay
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Autonomy in your workday
• Flexible Schedules to support work/life balance (select positions)
• Mileage Reimbursement for work-related driving
• Up to 24 days of PTO accrued within the first year of employment
• 8 Paid Holidays (including day after Thanksgiving and Christmas Eve)
• Educational Assistance up to $3,000 per year & College Tuition Discounts
• Free Continuing Education Credits

About the role: 

The Certified Nursing Assistant is a para-professional member of the hospice team who works under the supervision of a registered nurse and performs various services for a patient as necessary to meet the patient's personal needs, to promote the patient's comfort, and a safe environment.  The Certified Nursing Assistant is responsible for observing patients and reporting/documenting these observations and the services provided. 

Requirements

• Is at least eighteen years of age and is a high school graduate or equivalent.
• Is currently a State Registered Nurse Aide through the State Board of Nursing.
• One year experience in hospital or nursing home setting, preferred.
• Proof of completion of recognized CNA training program.
• Has ability to read and follow written instructions and document given care.
• Satisfactory references from previous employers.
• Is self-directing with the ability to work with little direct supervision.
• Has empathy for the needs of the ill, frail, and impaired. Understands philosophy of hospice care and needs of the terminally ill.
• Demonstrates tact, patience, and good personal hygiene.
• This position does not require the team member maintain a valid driver’s license or to drive a motor vehicle as a part of their regular assigned duties. However, if the team member does elect to drive a motor vehicle while in the performance of their job duties, they must maintain a valid driver’s license in the state in which they reside, and they must comply with state insurance laws governing liability, property damage, and bodily injury.
• Employees will be expected to comply with Bluegrass Care Navigators Employee Health, infectious disease, and vaccination policies.