Hospice House, Certified Nurse Aide
About The Position
Heart to Heart Hospice provides compassionate care to patients with life-limiting illnesses and their loved ones. The Certified Nurse Aide works in the Hospice House, providing direct patient care under the direction of an RN and in accordance with the Hospice Aide/Homemaker Plan of Care. The role supports safe patient transfers and ambulation, communicates and documents changes and care, follows infection-control principles, and promotes respectful communication with patients, families, and coworkers. The position also requires timely documentation and compliance with applicable laws, regulations, and agency policies.
Requirements
- High school diploma preferred or GED.
- Unencumbered certification according to the applicable Nurse Aide Registry.
- Current CNA license.
- At least one year of experience as a Hospice Aide or Nursing Assistant in a hospital, nursing home, home health agency, hospice, or long-term care facility.
- Demonstrated interest in the welfare of ill and elderly people and a compassionate approach to care.
- High integrity, including maintenance of confidential information.
- Current driver's license, reliable transportation, and ongoing valid and current auto liability insurance.
Nice To Haves
- EMR experience.
Responsibilities
- Provide direct patient care under the direction of the RN and according to the Hospice Aide/Homemaker Plan of Care.
- Assist patients with safe transfers and ambulation in accordance with agency policy.
- Report and communicate changes, and document pertinent information and care provided to support continuity of care.
- Practice accepted infection-control principles.
- Promote positive, supportive, and respectful communication with patients, families, and other employees.
- Submit all documentation in a timely manner.
- Perform other duties as required.
- Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal laws, Medicare regulations, and established personnel policies and procedures.
Benefits
- Competitive pay.
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- Paid time off.
- Paid holidays.
- 401(k) with up to 4% employer matching.
- Tuition reimbursement.
- Company car for qualifying individuals.
- Mileage reimbursement.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
