Certified Nurse Aid- Hospice

Azura Memory Care•Milwaukee, WI

14h•Onsite

About The Position

Now Hiring Part Time and Full Time Hospice Aide Compassion That Matters At Azura Living Azura is looking for a compassionate reliable Hospice Certified Nursing Assistant to provide personal care and comfort to patients at end of life

Requirements

State approved Hospice Aide CNA training 75 plus hours
CPR certified
Age 18 plus
Reliable transportation and valid drivers license
Comfortable with end of life care
Meets the training requirements of the State.
Completed a minimum of 75 hours of classroom and supervised practical training.
Sixteen hours of class room must be completed prior to a mandatory 16 hours of practical training.
At least 18 years of age.
Ability to read and follow written instructions and document care given.
Understands hospice philosophy, comfortable providing specialized care to the terminally ill.
Satisfactory references from previous employers.
Is self-directing with the ability to work with little direct supervision.
Secure with issues of death/dying.
Provides a calm manner when in a patient’s home.
Has empathy for the needs of the ill, injured, frail and the impaired.
Possess and maintains current CPR certification.
Demonstrates tact, patience and good personal hygiene.
Licensed driver with automobile that is insured in accordance with organization requirements and is in good working order.
Successfully completes a probationary period. This probationary period is to ensure the aide is competent in the above qualifications, and is documented by the supervisor and the employee.

Responsibilities

Assist with daily living needs including bathing dressing grooming light housekeeping and mobility support
Monitor and report changes in condition
Provide companionship and emotional support
Offer respite care for family caregivers
Follow individualized care plans created by the clinical team