PRN CENA
Company: Hospice Of Muskegon County
Location: Muskegon
Posted on: May 23, 2023
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Job Description:
PRN Status - Premium pay for casual status. Needed for day and
night 12 hour shiftsSUMMARY OF JOB RESPONSIBILITIESPRN, as needed -
Provides direct care to patients in the Hospice Residence
including, baths, vitals, back rubs, oral hygiene, shampoos,
changing bed linen, housekeeping and laundry.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
AND DUTIES (other duties may be assigned)Maintains the
confidentiality of patient and employee information at all times,
both at work and off duty, and after the termination of employment.
According to the agencies Notice of Privacy Practices and HIPAA
regulations.Is knowledgeable and functional in computer
applications including database, word processing, spreadsheet, and
e-mail system as required for the execution of the job.Knowledge of
Hospice concepts and philosophyAnswers signal lights, bells, or
intercom system to determine patient's needs.Cooks meals in
quantities according to menu, standardized recipes, and patient
census, within health code, and ensures all food is maintained at
appropriate temperature per regulations and ensures utmost quality
with a minimum of waste.Operates various kitchen equipment
including, but not limited to, steamer, coffee pot, ovens,
dishwasher, etc., according to manufacturer's guidelines and
appropriate rules and regulations.Follows proper procedure for
labeling and storage of refrigerated and frozen food.Cleans and
maintains serving areas, equipment and utensils according to health
codeServes and collect food trays and feeds patients requiring
help.Changes bed linens, runs errands, directs visitors, and
answers telephone.Takes and records temperature, blood pressure,
pulse and respiration rates, and food and fluid intake and output,
as directed.Perform personal care needs according to care plan
attending to patient's needs promptly. If unable to perform a task,
reports to the residence RN immediately.Meet safety needs of
patient using equipment safely and properly.Perform personal care
including baths, back rubs, oral hygiene, shampoos, and changing
bed linen.Assist in dressing and undressing patients.Provide proper
care and observation of patient's skin to prevent breakdown.Report
patient's condition and significant changes to the resident
RNAssist in ambulation and exercise as instructed by the resident
RN or therapist.Offer and assist with toileting including use of
bedpans, urinals, or bedside commodes.Provide assistance as
required with laundry needs.Perform range of motion and other
simple procedures as an extension of therapy services as
ordered.Keep patient's living area clean and orderly.Adhere to the
organization's documentation and care procedures and standards of
personal and professional conduct. Follow Standard
Precautions.Assist the patient/family/caregiver and other team
members in providing continuity of care including discharge
planning.Participate in continuing education to meet state
requirements and other job related training. The CENA is
responsible for completing 12 hours of in-service training within
the period of January to November each year.Applies the principles
of Total Quality Management (TQM) consistent with the job
expectations.Work in a team environment within the agency and
professional discipline.Performs variety of miscellaneous duties as
requested.Completes appropriate charting in either written or
electronic format.DIRECT REPORT RESPONSIBILITIESThis job has no
direct report responsibilities.OTHER REQUIRED SKILLS AND
ABILITIESTakes responsibility for self learning and shares
expertise with others.Manages difficult or emotional situations;
maintains and promotes positive working relationships with internal
and external customers.Focus on solving conflicts, not blaming,
listens to others and is open to others' ideas and tries new
things.Speaks and writes clearly in positive and negative
situations. Edits work for grammar and spelling.Balances team and
individual responsibilities; exhibits objectivity and openness to
others' views; gives and welcomes feedback; contributes to building
a positive team spirit; puts the success of the team above own
interests.Demonstrates knowledge of the agency EEO policy; shows
respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; promotes a
harassment free environment.Upholds organizational values and
brings concerns forward to manager.Follows policies and procedures
including the completion of annual requirements.Approaches others
in a tactful manner; reacts well under pressure; treats others with
respect and consideration regardless of their position; accepts
responsibility for own actions and follows through on
commitments.Looks for ways to improve and promote quality and
participates in TQM processes.Meets or exceeds productivity
standards.Observes safety and security procedures and reports
potentially unsafe conditions.Adapts to changes and is able to deal
with frequent change, delays, and unexpected events.Attends
mandatory and regularly scheduled meetings as assigned. Respect the
time of others by being prompt for meetings.Meets agency attendance
and tardiness guidelines.PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENTWhile
performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently
required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with
hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.The employee is
occasionally required to walk and sit.The employee must regularly
lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to
25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.While
performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally
exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; fumes or airborne particles
and outside weather conditions.The noise level in the work
environment is usually moderate.This document is intended to
describe the general nature and level of work performed by
incumbents in this job. It is not intended to provide an exhaustive
list of all the responsibilities, duties and skills required in
this job, nor is it intended to limit the authority of any
management representative to assign or direct the activities of
employees under his or her direction.A nurse aide training and
competency evaluation program approved by the State as meeting the
requirements of 483.151 through 483.154 of this chapter, and is
currently listed in good standing on the State nurse aide
registry.Current State of Michigan Nurse Aid Certification
Keywords: Hospice Of Muskegon County, Grand Rapids , PRN CENA, Other , Muskegon, Michigan
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