CNA / Certified Nursing Assistant - Hospice Aide

Res-Care, Inc. • Little Rock, AR

34d • Onsite

About The Position

Hospice Home Care is seeking a passionate, dedicated Hospice CNA to join our team in Little Rock, AR. Our hospice CNAs provide dignity, comfort, and support at a critical time in people's lives. If you're ready to work in a supportive, fulling environment where your skills and empathy truly shine, apply today!

Requirements

• Meets the training requirements of the State
• Completed a minimum of 75 hours of classroom and supervised practical training 16 hours of classroom must be completed prior to a mandatory 16 hours of practical training
• Minimum of six months experience including providing personal care
• At least 18 years of age
• Ability to read and follow written instructions and document care given
• Understands hospice philosophy, comfortable providing care to the terminally ill
• Satisfactory references from previous employers
• Ability to work with little direct supervision
• Secure with issues of death/dying
• Provides a calm manner when in a patient's home
• Possess and maintains current CPR certification
• Demonstrates tact, patience, and good personal hygiene
• 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
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Good organizational skills

Responsibilities

• Personal Care: Help with bathing, dressing, toileting, mobility, and repositioning
• Monitor & Report: Observe and report changes in the patient's condition
• Mobility: Assist with ambulation, transfers, ROM exercises and safe equipment use
• Medication Assistance: Help with self-administered medications per state regulations
• Emotional Support: Offer companionship and comfort to patients and families.
• Light Housekeeping: Change linens, assist with meals, and maintain a clean space.
• Documentation: Maintain accurate and timely documentation
• Team Participation: Collaborate with hospice interdisciplinary team

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision insurance
• Health Savings & Flexible Spending Accounts (up to $5,000 for childcare)
• Tuition discounts & reimbursement
• 401(k) with company match
• Generous PTO
• Mileage reimbursement
• Access to wellness and discount programs such as Noom, SkinIO (Virtual Skin Cancer Screening), childcare, gym memberships, pet insurance, travel and entertainment discounts and more!
• Benefits may vary by employment status

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Nursing and Residential Care Facilities
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees