Certified Nurse Aide

3537 CERTIFIED NURSE AIDE - HOME HEALTH (REQ 3537) INTERNAL HOME HEALTH SERVICES Homer , AK Patient Care Services Full Time , Days , Req 3537

POSITION PURPOSE:
Functions as a member of the Community Health Services health team to provide personal care to clients, under the direction of a Registered Nurse. The CNA strives to assist clients to maintain and/or gain their optimal state of health and self-care, and to provide dignity and comfort.

KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE:

1. Must be at least eighteen (18) years of age
2. Must have successfully completed a Certified Nurse Aide course of study, be certified by the State of Alaska, and maintain this certification on a biannual basis.
3. Maintain continuing education credits current as required by the State of Alaska and/or SPH.
4. Maintain a valid certificate in first aid and BLS issued by the American Heart Association, or other agency approved by the department.
5. Maintain a valid Alaska driver's license.
6. Have reliable transportation and maintain liability insurance on any vehicle used for program related travel.
7. Demonstrated ability to lift up to 50 pounds without self injury, as well as ability to walk and stand for prolonged periods of time, including stooping and sitting.

ENVIRONMENT:
South Peninsula Hospital is a combination 22 bed Critical Access Hospital and 28 bed nursing home located on the southern end of the Kenai Peninsula. The position requires walking and standing for prolonged periods, stooping, sitting and the ability to lift large loads without injury to self or others. Persons in this position are exposed to infectious diseases, falls, and muscle strains. Generally, physical demands are moderate and most work is performed inside. Working hours may fluctuate based on the demands of the work.

Work, play, and live in beautiful Homer, Alaska, on stunning Kachemak Bay. Wonderful quality of life in Homer friendly people, quality public schools, comprehensive health and wellness care, a vibrant art community, amazing restaurants and world class recreational opportunities hiking, fishing (salmon, halibut and more.), kayaking, boating, sightseeing and much more.

South Peninsula Hospital (SPH) is the healthcare provider of choice, with a dynamic and dedicated team committed to service excellence. SPH has been three times named a Top 100 Critical Access Hospital out of more than 1,300 critical access hospitals nationwide, based on the iVantage Health Analytic's Hospital Strength survey.

SPH, located in the heart of Homer, Alaska, is a 22-bed Acute Care, 9-bed Emergency Department, 3 room Labor and Delivery, critical access hospital with an attached 28-bed Long Term Care facility. Our staff of over 500 uses state-of-the art technology and equipment to provide services to our rural community of over 15,000 residents. Homer is located on the Kenai Peninsula, and about a four hour drive to Anchorage.

We offer excellent benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, $2,000 annual Health Reimbursement Account, 403b retirement plan, $500 annual Health & Wellness reimbursement, generous paid time off/vacation time, student loan assistance, tuition reimbursement, and a relocation bonus.

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