C.N.A. - Hospice Aide
About The Position
As a Hospice Aide with HighPoint Hospice, part of LHC Group and the Optum family of businesses, you provide support, personal hygiene assistance, and household help so individuals can remain in their own homes. The role supports patients through personalized care and comfort at each stage of their health journey, while building trusted relationships. You will provide personal care and assist with daily living activities, support household tasks and transportation needs, monitor and document client condition, and help maintain a safe home environment. You must be able to provide care in any home situation regardless of the client’s age, race, creed, color, sex, disability, or financial condition. The employer describes an environment that offers clear direction, performance recognition, and development for other roles. The position is paid hourly, with a range of $14.00 to $23.85 based on full-time employment. Benefits and incentives are subject to eligibility requirements. Candidates must pass a drug test before beginning employment.
Requirements
- Current driver’s license, vehicle insurance, and reliable transportation or access to public transportation.
- For Tennessee: successful completion of 75 hours of training, including 16 hours of clinical training, before or during the first three months of employment; qualification to provide basic services, including simple procedures as an extension of therapy services, personal care regarding nutritional needs, ambulation and exercise, and household services essential to health care at home.
- Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.
Nice To Haves
- Current CPR certification or ability to complete certification within 90 days of hire.
- Six or more months of home care experience.
- Ability to work flexible hours and independently.
Responsibilities
- Provide personal care and assist with daily living activities, including bathing, grooming, dressing, ambulation, and medication reminders.
- Support household tasks and meal preparation, and accompany clients to appointments or errands as needed.
- Monitor and document client condition, vital signs, and incidents; maintain confidentiality and use the EVV system.
- Ensure a safe environment, operate medical equipment properly, and respond promptly to client needs.
- Provide care in any home situation regardless of the client's age, race, creed, color, sex, disability, or financial condition.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package, subject to eligibility requirements.
- Incentive and recognition programs, subject to eligibility requirements.
- Equity stock purchase, subject to eligibility requirements.
- 401(k) contribution, subject to eligibility requirements.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
