CNA | Certified Nursing Assistant | Hospice House | PRN
About The Position
As a CNA at Midland Care Connection’s Hospice House, you’ll provide compassionate, hands-on care focused on comfort, dignity, and quality of life. You’ll assist patients with personal care, bathing, grooming, toileting, repositioning, mobility, meals, and other daily needs while helping maintain a safe and comfortable environment. You’ll monitor and report changes in patients’ condition, work closely with the hospice care team, and provide companionship and emotional support to patients and their families. The role is at Midland Care’s peaceful, 12-bed inpatient Hospice House, which provides around-the-clock skilled hospice care when a home setting is no longer feasible. The position is PRN. The listed pay rate is $17.15 or more per hour for a CNA. Shift differentials are $1.00 for weekdays from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., $1.50 for weekends from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., and $2.00 for weekends from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 a.m.
Requirements
- Current Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification in the state of Kansas.
- High school diploma or GED.
- Ability to provide hands-on assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and mobility.
- Basic knowledge of infection control, safety practices, and patient rights.
- Ability to observe, document, and report changes in a client’s condition to nursing staff or supervisors.
- Compassionate, respectful, and patient-centered approach to care.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Physical ability to perform job duties, including lifting, bending, and standing for extended periods.
- Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
- Ability to pass background checks and health screenings, and complete required trainings.
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience working with older adults, individuals with chronic illness, or people with mobility or cognitive impairments.
- Prior home health, hospice, palliative care, or PACE program experience.
- Experience assisting with light housekeeping, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Familiarity with interdisciplinary care teams and community-based healthcare models.
- CPR/First Aid certification.
- Demonstrated ability to provide emotional support and companionship to clients.
- Commitment to Midland Care Connection’s mission of supporting independence, dignity, and quality of life for seniors.
Responsibilities
- Assist patients with personal care, including bathing, grooming, and toileting.
- Help patients with repositioning, mobility, meals, and other daily needs.
- Help maintain a safe and comfortable environment.
- Observe and report changes in patients’ condition to nursing staff or supervisors.
- Work closely with the hospice care team.
- Provide companionship and emotional support to patients and families.
Benefits
- Health insurance options for employees and dependents.
- Dental, vision, and prescription drug plans.
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) or Health Savings Accounts (HSA), with employer contributions.
- Paid Time Off (PTO), Personal Days, and Taking Care of You Days.
- Holiday pay for six holidays per year.
- 403(b) ERISA Retirement Plan with a match.
- Free group life and AD&D insurance of $20,000.
- On-site education center offering professional development and CEU credits.
- Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and dependents.
- Paid monthly volunteer time at nonprofit organizations.
- Uniform Allowance Program.
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Education Level
High school or GED
