Job Summary
The primary role involves delivering compassionate personal care and emotional assistance to patients with terminal illnesses, whether in their homes or at care facilities. The position also encompasses maintaining precise documentation of patient interactions and promptly reporting any alterations in the patient’s physical or mental health to the broader healthcare team.
Responsibilities
- Provide direct personal care to terminally ill patients.
- Offer emotional support to patients and their families.
- Keep accurate records of patient visits.
- Notify the care team of any changes in patient condition.
- Travel to patient locations, ensuring reliable transportation.
Qualifications
- Active Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) license.
- Current CPR certification.
- At least six months of experience in direct patient care.
- Possession of a reliable vehicle for transportation.
Gentiva provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
