CNA Homecare Middleton Area
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Job DetailsJob LocationMadison - Madison, WIPosition TypeFull TimeTravel PercentageDrivingJob ShiftAMJob CategoryHealth CareDescriptionAgrace is a nonprofit, community health care organization that is nationally recognized as a leader in the hospice industry. Well known for end-of-life care, Agrace also serves people across southern Wisconsin who are aging, seriously ill or grieving.Agrace has a strong culture of employee engagement. In 2023, Agrace was named the #1 Top Workplace by the Wisconsin State Journal and Energage, and #79 of the top 100 companies in the country among those with an employee base of 500 to 999 workers!HoursMonday- Friday 8am-4:30pm - 1.0 FTE (40Hrs/Wk)Weekend RotationEvery 12th WeekendStarting Pay $18.00+ (based on experience)Holiday RotationThree Holidays/YearBonus Eligibility$3000 WHO YOU'LL WORK WITH (AND WHAT THEY HAVE TO SAY)The Homecare CNA works closely with RN Case Managers, Social Workers to provide quality care to patients and their families. Agrace is different than any other place I have ever worked because of the resources that we provide, the kindness that is contagious in the employees, the support, and the show of appreciation for each other is unmatched. -Homecare Employee, Agrace Annual Engagement Survey.HOW YOU'LL MAKE A DIFFERENCE IN THIS ROLE (ESSENTIAL FUCTIONS)Agrace Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) enjoy spending 1:1 quality time with patients and families in a variety of settings, such as patient homes or healthcare facilities. As an Agrace CNA you will collaborate with patients, families, Registered Nurses, physicians, facility partners, and Agrace care teams.* Assist Patients with Activities of Daily Living* Assist with ambulation, changing position, and moving to/from sitting and standing.* Help with bathroom functions like toileting and incontinence care.* Help bathe, shower, dress, provide oral care, and groom.* Assist with eating and drinking.* Perform post mortem care.* Obtain vital signs. Assist with treatments.* Anticipate and respond to patient needs.* Provide homemaker assistance.* Perform light housekeeping such as changing linens, tidying room, doing laundry, and removing trash.* Order and deliver patient supplies.* Help prepare simple meals.* Communication* Read, understand, and follow the plan of care. Document cares and changes in patient condition in electronic health record.* Document and report significant change in condition or unusual incidents to appropriate Interdisciplinary Team Member such as client abuse/neglect, suicidal intent, harmful coping mechanisms or violence, etc.* Reinforce patient, family, and facility partner education.* Miscellaneous* Participate in meetings to plan and evaluate patient/family services.* Precept new staff and students.* Delegate tasks to volunteers as appropriate.The above are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.YOU BRING (EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS)* High school diploma or GED, or equivalent combination of education and work experience* Graduation from an accredited Certified Nursing Assistant program* Current, unrestricted Nursing Assistant Certification in state of employment* One-year personal care experience, hospice, or home health, preferred* Valid driver's license, auto insurance, and access to a reliable vehicle* Must be at least 18 years of age* Ability to develop, maintain, and apply knowledge of hospice and end of life process* Ability to maintain professional boundaries with patients, families and co-workers* Ability to create and follow plans of care, and patient, family, and clinical staff directions* Basic Microsoft Office skills* Experience using electronic health records; Epic preferred* Ability to work effectively and cooperatively with others* Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing* Ability to be flexible in time and task to meet organizational needs* Ability to maintain confidentiality about patients, families, caregivers, staff, donors, and organizational intellectual property* Ability to use proper body mechanics, safe patient handling, and standard precautionsDon't meet these qualifications as written? We would still love to talk about roles at Agrace: Click HereAt Agrace we are strengthened by the diverse experiences, cultures and traditions of our staff, patients, and clients.Together, we pursue a vision of equity-in which every Agrace staff member is treated fairly, and every patient and client experiences the respectful, individualized care they need and deserve.We foster a culture of belonging and inclusion that celebrates people's uniqueness and leads to meaningful, empathetic connections.Agrace HospiceCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.