jobs in Peachtree Corners, GA

Nursing Jobs in Peachtree Corners, GA

RN Director of Operations Home Health

Overview Associates degree in business or clinical-related field. Two years of home care experience and at least one year of supervisory experience; or two years of experience in leadership/management in healthcare, home health or hospice. Preferred

CNA

Part-time

2 months ago

CNA, PCA or Experienced Caregiver

Home Matters Caregiving North Atlanta Lilburn, GA

We are seeking dedicated and compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) to join our homecare team. The ideal candidate will provide high quality care to our patients, assisting them with daily activities and ensuring their comfort and safety. In Need of a Bilingual Speaking CNA, PCA, or Caregiver

CNA

Full-time

2 months ago

Certified Nursing Assistant

Cambridge Post Acute Care Snellville, GA

General Purpose: Perform direct resident care duties under the supervision of licensed nursing personnel. Assist with promoting a compassionate physical and psychosocial environment for the residents. Essential Job Functions This facility expects their employees to promote an atmosphere of teamwork with other employees and hospitality and comfort for its residents. Therefore, the following list of duties is not all-inclusive: Provide personal care (i.e., grooming, bathing, dressing, oral care, etc.) of residents daily and as needed. Change bed linen and maintain appropriate grooming supplies in resident room on a regular basis. Ambulate and transfer residents, utilizing appropriate assistive devices and body mechanics. Record resident vital signs, weights and measurements, intake and output, food consumption, and other information as assigned. Routinely turn and position residents as necessary. Observe residents carefully and report changes in condition to Charge Nurse. Recognize a resident’s ability to make choices and support these within the constraints of the caregiving environment. Participate in collecting data needed for the accurate completion of the MDS and the plan of care. Provide input to the nurses for development of the plan of care. Provide adequate hydration to residents at regular intervals each day according to specific resident needs. Prepare residents for each meal and transport to dining room (unless resident on bed rest) making sure that food tray is accessible, self-help devices are available (if needed), and assistance is provided to those residents who cannot feed themselves. Keep an accurate record of food intake and output, as directed. Assist nursing staff with the basics of aseptic and sterile techniques to avoid infection of residents and self-contamination of equipment and supplies. Be alert for proper ventilation, temperature, light and noise control. Take TPR, blood pressure, weighing of residents, etc. as directed. Promptly answer call lights and other resident needs. Utilize proper body mechanics when lifting or transporting residents. Assist in the orientation and training of other staff, as requested. Attend in-service education programs in order to meet facility educational requirements. Be familiar with Standard Precautions, Exposure Control Plan, Fire Drill and Evacuation Procedures and know how to use the information. Maintain confidentiality of resident and facility records/information. Protect residents from neglect, mistreatment, and abuse. Protect the personal property of the residents of the facility. Must adhere to attendance standards per Attendance Policy. Maintain established housekeeping standards within assigned duty areas. Others as directed by the supervisor or administrator. Minimum Qualifications CERTIFIED: Current Nursing Assistant Certification from state. Maintain CPR Certification High School Graduate or GED OR NON-CERTIFIED: Does NOT apply to all facilities Currently attending a CNA class working toward certification. (May not work non-certified for more than four (4) months.) Organized and detailed in work performance. Good communication skills with excellent self-discipline and patience. Genuine caring for and interest in elderly and disabled people in a nursing facility. Comply with the Resident’ Rights and Facility Policies and Procedures. Perform work tasks within the physical demand requirements as outlined below. Perform Essential Duties as outlined above. Working Conditions Subject to frustrations in meeting work demands due to frequent interruptions. Fast paced, required to make decisions quickly Involved with residents, personnel, visitors, government agencies/personnel, etc., under all conditions and circumstances. May work beyond normal duty hours, on weekends, and in other positions temporarily, when necessary. Subject to call-back during emergency conditions (e.g., severe weather, evacuation, post-disaster, etc.). Subject to exposure to infectious waste, diseases, conditions, etc., including TB and the AIDS and Hepatitis B viruses. May be subject to the handling of and exposure to hazardous chemicals Physical and Sensory Requirements Assist in the evacuation of residents during emergency situations Function independently, and have flexibility, personal integrity, and the ability to work effectively with residents, personnel, and support agencies. Meet general health requirements set forth by the policies of this facility, which may include a medical and physical examination. Sitting 10-25%; Alertnates frequently to walking. Walking 60-85%; Alternates frequently to standing and occasionally to sitting. Standing 10-30%; Alternating frequently to walking and occasionally to sitting. Lifting: WeightFrequencyObjects 1-10 lbsConstantlyResident personal items, linens, medical supplies, etc.11-20 lbsConstantlyResident personal items, linens, medical supplies, etc.21-35 lbsFrequentlyAssistance to residents in ambulation, equipment.36-50 lbsOccationallyTransfer of resident, ambulation of residents, and equipment.51-75 lbsNoneTransferring of residents75+ lbsNoneEmergency situations Carrying: WeightFrequencyObjects 1-10 lbsConstantlyResident personal items, linens, medical supplies, etc.11-20 lbsFrequentlyResident personal items, linens, medical supplies, etc.21-35 lbsOccasionallyResident personal items, linens, medical supplies, etc. Bending: Constant Squatting: Constant Kneeling: Constant Climbing: Occationally Reaching: Constant Grasping: Constant Fine Manipulation: Continuously Driving: Rarely Pushing: Frequently Pulling: Frequently Exposure Determination Information: This job does not normally involve contact with blood and/or body fluids but while performing the tasks associated with this job, it may be necessary for you to perform a task that involves exposure to blood or body fluids. EMPLOYMENT AT WILL: It is the express policy and intent of this facility that the employment relationship is one created and governed by the continuing will of both parties. I understand and agree that my employment is for no definite period and may, regardless of the date of payment of my wages and salary, be terminated at any time without prior notice and without cause by either party, unless provided otherwise by a written agreement signed by the President of this company. NONDISCRIMINATORY STATEMENT: This facility does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship status, pregnancy, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law. JOB DESCRIPTION REVIEW: I understand this job description and its requirements; and that I am expected to complete all duties as assigned. I understand the job functions may be altered from time to time. Management reserves the right to modify this job description at any time.

Hospice CNA

Affinity Hospice Management LLC Atlanta, GA

JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY The hospice aide works under the supervision of a registered nurse and performs various tasks as assigned in accordance with the patient’s plan of care to meet the patient's personal needs and to promote comfort. The hospice aide is responsible for reporting and documenting observations and care performed. The hospice aide will be assigned in a manner that promotes quality, continuity and safety of a patient's care. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES Responsibilities of the hospice aide include, but are not limited to, the following: 1. Performing personal care needs after given a patient's assignment and attending to his/her requests promptly. If unable to perform a certain task, report to the Case Manager immediately. 2. Providing patient and family with positive communication techniques, within realm of ethical and respectful care, including confidentiality. 3. Meeting safety needs of patient and using equipment safely and properly (foot stools, side rails, O2 etc.) 4. Giving personal care including baths, back rubs, oral hygiene, shampoos and changing bed linen as often as assigned. 5. Assisting in dressing and undressing patients as assigned. 6. Assisting in feeding the patient as assigned. Hospice Aides may not provide patients with homemade food items or baked goods that they themselves prepared 7. Providing proper care and observation of patient's skin to prevent breakdown of tissue over bony prominence. 8. Reporting any complaint of pain or other symptoms or changes in the patient's condition to the RN Case Manager. Also aware of the caregiver or other individuals living with the patient and interpersonal issues. 9. Assisting in ambulation and exercise as instructed by the hospice nurse or therapist. 10. Provide normal range of motion and transfers/positioning as directed. 11. Assistance with self-administered medications as allowed by state regulations, such as “reminders.” 12. Offering and assisting with bedpans and urinals. Providing assistance as assigned with light laundry needs, emptying waste baskets and other light homemaker tasks. 13. Performing range of motion and other simple procedures as ordered with appropriate completed/demonstrated skills competency. 14. Providing respite for patient's/family/caregiver when on-site, as appropriate. 15. Keeping patient's living area clean and orderly, as assigned. 16. Adhering to the organization's documentation and care procedures and standards of personal and professional conduct. 17. Participates in quality assessment performance improvement teams and activities. 18. Respectful of patient and family/caregiver environment and patient's personal needs. 19. As a mandatory reporter, reports failure to comply with the requirements of chapters 246- 335 WAC and 70.127 RCW to the Washington Dept. of Health as required within 14 calendar days, using Dept. of Health forms. 20. Reports suspected abandonment, abuse, financial exploitation, or neglect of a person in violation of RCW 74.34.020 or 26.44.030 to the department of social and health services and the proper law enforcement agency. Reports must be submitted immediately when the reporting person has reasonable cause to believe that abandonment, abuse, financial exploitation, or neglect of a vulnerable adult has occurred. The above statements are only meant to be a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. The incumbents may be requested to perform job related tasks other than those stated in this description. JOB LIMITATIONS The hospice aide will not function in any manner viewed as the practice of nursing according to the Nurse Practice Act. Specifically, the hospice aide will not administer medications, take physician's orders or perform procedures requiring the training, knowledge and skill of a licensed nurse, such as sterile techniques. POSITION QUALIFICATIONS 1. Completion of a state approved certified nursing assistant course or equivalent training 2. Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) in the state of Georgis. 3. Current Healthcare Provider CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation) certification ((may not be internet based unless the demonstration of skills was hands on and observed by a certified trainer) 4. Current Food Handlers Permit 5. High school diploma or General Equivalency Degree (GED) 6. Ability to read and follow written instructions and document care given. 7. Understands hospice philosophy, comfortable providing specialized care to the terminally ill. 8. Prior experience in hospice, orderly, acute , rehabilitative, or long term care facility. 1 year previous home health/hospice experience preferred 9. Basic computer skills to document in electronic medical records (EMR) 10. At least 18 years of age. 11. Licensed driver with automobile that is insured in accordance with organization requirements and is in good working order.