Hospice CNA - Pickens/Oconee Co, SC
Company: Patriot Healthcare
Location: Pickens
Posted on: February 18, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description The primary purpose of the
Hospice Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) position is to provide
each of your assigned patients with personal care services in
accordance with the patient’s nursing assessments and care plan,
and as directed by your nurse supervisors. Duties and
Responsibilities · Stewards the philosophy/mission of Patriot
Healthcare which focuses on the overriding values of human dignity
and respectful response to the needs of persons with life
threatening/terminal and/or chronic illnesses. · Participates with
the IDG in the development and implementation of the
patient/family’s plan of care. · Perform all assigned tasks in
accordance with Hospice policies and procedures, and as instructed
by supervisor. · Follow work assignments and/or work schedules in
completing and performing assigned tasks. · Make sure patient is as
comfortable as possible at all times. · Changing bed linens when
necessary and keep linens tight without wrinkles under the patient.
· Duties may include assisting patients with daily mouth care, bath
functions, dressing/undressing, hair care functions, non-diabetic
nail care, shaving, toileting, feeding, giving back rubs, assisting
with exercises and ambulation, applying elastic stockings and/or
heel/elbow protectors, checking intake/output records, checking
bowel movements and character of stools, preparing and giving
enemas, assist with lifting, turning, moving, positioning, and
transferring into and out of beds, chairs, bathtubs, wheelchairs,
lifts, etc., assisting with the care of the dying patient,
providing post mortem care as instructed, observing and reporting
the presence of pressure areas and skin breakdown, report injuries
of unknown source, including skin tears, assisting with special
treatments as instructed (i.e. indwelling catheter care, perineal
care, nonsterile vaginal irrigation/douches, application of
bandages, etc.). · Document tasks performed and other comments
related to visit. · Communicate with family or facility staff to
ensure nursing services can be adequately maintained to meet the
needs of the patient. · Create and maintain an atmosphere of
warmth, personal interest and positive emphasis as well as a calm
environment for the patient. · Communicate with supervisor on
regularly scheduled basis to assist in identifying areas of concern
regarding patient care. · Report all complaints and grievances made
by the patient/caregiver/family member. Why Join Patriot
Healthcare? ? A team-first culture that values your expertise and
input ? Supportive leadership and clear communication ? Flexible
Scheduling ? Competitive Pay ? 401(k) Retirement Plan with 4%
Company Match ? Company Paid Life Insurance with options for
Additional Life Insurance ? Mileage Reimbursement (for qualifying
positions) ? Perks at Work Discount Program ? Health, Dental, and
Vision Insurance ? Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts ?
Paid Time Off (PTO) and Holidays
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