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Augusta Health
Licensed CNA / Home Health & Hospice - PRN
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What they do
A Nursing Assistant provides hospital and nursing home patients with basic care and assists them with daily activities. Helps patients with dressing, washing, and feeding. May perform basic medical care under the direction of a nurse or other medical professional. These roles typically require completion of a regional agency-approved training program in order to obtain a certification before practicing.
$37,977 / year median in Virginia
+6% projected growth
Job Description
Overview At Augusta Health, your work matters — and so do you. Whether you're delivering direct patient care, supporting operations, or innovating behind the scenes, every role contributes to our mission of promoting wellness and healing through compassionate service. We offer more than just a job — we offer a purpose-driven career in a nationally recognized, independent health system located in Virginia's scenic Shenandoah Valley. Learn more about career opportunities on our Careers Page . Our team members thrive in a supportive culture that values collaboration, integrity, and excellence. With opportunities across clinical and non-clinical areas, Augusta Health is a place where your skills make a difference, and your growth is a priority. Why Join Augusta Health? We believe in taking care of the people who care for our community. That's why Augusta Health offers a comprehensive and thoughtfully designed benefits package that supports your well-being, career development, and work-life balance. Whether you're launching your career or bringing in years of experience, we provide the tools, resources, and encouragement to help empower you to reach your full potential — personally, professionally, and financially. Explore our Benefits , current Hiring Incentives , and our Taking Care of Us initiative — which embraces Belonging , Respect , Inclusion , Diversity , Growth , and Equity ( B.R.I.D.G.E. ) — to see how we invest in our team members and culture. Total Rewards & Benefits ( may vary by position ) Comprehensive insurance package including medical, dental, and vision coverage Retirement savings plans and financial wellness support programs Generous paid time off and flexible scheduling to promote work-life balance Career development programs including clinical ladders, shared governance, and advancement opportunities Personalized onboarding with dedicated preceptors and ongoing educational support Tuition reimbursement and access to onsite childcare Free onsite parking, 24/7-armed security for your safety, a Health Fitness Reimbursement Program, and an onsite credit union and pharmacy Competitive pay with shift/weekend differentials Employee discounts at the cafeteria, gift shop, pharmacy, and local entertainment venues (i.e., movie tickets) Full details are available on our Benefits Page . Job Summary This position provides direct patient care to hospice and home health patients in their home or place of residence. The CNA assists in providing a clean and safe environment. They work cooperatively with patients, families, and caregivers and share observations and changes with the RN care manager. They work under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. This position plays a critical role in supporting Augusta Health's mission and advancing departmental goals through measurable performance indicators and service excellence. This position contributes to a collaborative, patient-centered environment and helps drive outcomes aligned with organizational priorities. Essential Job Duties Patient Care Follows established plan of care for patient. Reports changes in patient condition promptly to the registered nurse. Provides direct patient care under the direction of the RN, meeting patient's hygiene and comfort needs, per plan of care. Cares for patients of various ages. Assists patients with personal hygiene, including shower, tub or bed baths and mouth, skin and hair care as defined in the plan of care. Takes and records temperature, blood pressure, pulse and respirations as assigned Provides housekeeping services including meal preparation and feeding, when required per plan of care. Provides skills necessary to assist the patient with proper nutrition and fluid intake. Monitors patient's condition and environment, reporting changes to the registered nurse. Records and reports changes observed to the registered nurse. Information is obtained and relayed in a safe and appropriate fashion. Collects and delivers patient specimens, as assigned. Secures and delivers patient supplies and groceries, as assigned. Assists patients with self-administered of oral medications, as assigned. Provides a clean, safe, and comfortable environment. Provides an environment which promotes respect for the patient, privacy, and property. Patient Safety Assists patients in and out of bed, including the use of mechanical lifting equipment, within the plan of care. Promotes positive, supportive, and respectful communication with patients, families, caregivers, and team members. Demonstrates effective time management. Promotes hospice philosophy to ensure quality of care. Seeks counsel of a clinical professional when needed. Recognizes extent of own knowledge and refers problems appropriately. Assists with exercise (assists with prescribed exercises when the patient and the nursing assistant have been instructed by the appropriate health professional.) walking, including the use of walkers, and wheelchairs, when applicable), elimination, t(use of toilet facilities, including bed pans) therapeutic measures, and nutrition, as assigned. Documentation Completes documentation for electronic chart, at the point of care, as well as required data for billing of patient visit Information is accurate, appropriate and received in a timely fashion, per agency policy. Calls office when patient not at home. Calls office when finished earlier than scheduled. Uses time and travel efficiently. Follows established plan of care for patient. Reports changes in patient condition promptly to the registered nurse. Provides direct patient care under the direction of the RN, meeting patient's hygiene and comfort needs, per plan of care. Cares for patients of various ages. Assists patients with personal hygiene, including shower, tub or bed baths and mouth, skin and hair care as defined in the plan of care. Takes and records temperature, blood pressure, pulse and respirations as assigned Provides housekeeping services including meal preparation and feeding, when required per plan of care. Provides skills necessary to assist the patient with proper nutrition and fluid intake. Monitors patient's condition and environment, reporting changes to the registered nurse. Records and reports changes observed to the registered nurse. Information is obtained and relayed in a safe and appropriate fashion. Collects and delivers patient specimens, as assigned. Secures and delivers patient supplies and groceries, as assigned. Assists patients with self-administered of oral medications, as assigned. Provides a clean, safe, and comfortable environment. Provides an environment which promotes respect for the patient, privacy, and property. Assists patients in and out of bed, including the use of mechanical lifting equipment, within the plan of care. Promotes positive, supportive, and respectful communication with patients, families, caregivers, and team members. Demonstrates effective time management. Promotes hospice philosophy to ensure quality of care. Seeks counsel of a clinical professional when needed. Recognizes extent of own knowledge and refers problems appropriately. Assists with exercise (assists with prescribed exercises when the patient and the nursing assistant have been instructed by the appropriate health professional.) walking, including the use of walkers, and wheelchairs, when applicable), elimination, t(use of toilet facilities, including bed pans) therapeutic measures, and nutrition, as assigned. Completes documentation for electronic chart, at the point of care, as well as required data for billing of patient visit Information is accurate, appropriate and received in a timely fashion, per agency policy. Calls office when patient not at home. Calls office when finished earlier than scheduled. Uses time and travel efficiently.