CNA / Certified Nursing Assistant - Hospice Aide

BrightSpring Health Services • Alexandria, LA

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About The Position

All Saints Hospice is seeking a dedicated Hospice CNA to provide dignity, comfort, and support to patients and their families. The role provides one-to-one care, including personal care, mobility assistance, observation and reporting, medication assistance within state regulations, emotional support, light housekeeping, and documentation. The CNA works independently with team support and collaborates with the hospice interdisciplinary team. The office location is Alexandria, Louisiana, and the stated schedule is Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

All Saints Hospice, an affiliate of Adoration Health, promotes the physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being of people experiencing life's journey and their faith. Its mission is to provide a high standard of care to patients and the surrounding community, holistically addressing spiritual, social, and clinical needs in a peaceful, dignified, and comforting manner.

Requirements

• Meet the training requirements of the state of practice.
• Have at least six months of experience, including providing personal care.
• Be at least 18 years of age.
• Complete at least 75 hours of classroom and supervised practical training; 16 classroom hours must be completed before the required 16 hours of practical training.
• Possess and maintain current CPR certification.
• Be able to read and follow written instructions and document care provided.
• Understand the hospice philosophy and be comfortable providing specialized care to terminally ill patients.
• Be able to work with little direct supervision.
• Be able to handle death and dying.
• Have strong oral and written communication skills.
• Have good organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with bathing, dressing, toileting, mobility, and repositioning.
• Observe and report changes in patients’ conditions.
• Assist with ambulation, transfers, range-of-motion exercises, and safe equipment use.
• Assist patients with self-administered medications in accordance with state regulations.
• Provide companionship and emotional comfort to patients and families.
• Change linens, assist with meals, and maintain a clean space.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation.
• Collaborate with the hospice interdisciplinary team.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts, including up to $5,000 for childcare.
• Tuition discounts and reimbursement.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Generous paid time off.
• Mileage reimbursement.
• Access to wellness and discount programs, including Noom, SkinIO virtual skin cancer screening, childcare, gym memberships, pet insurance, and travel and entertainment discounts.
• Flexible scheduling options.
• Job stability and regular advancement opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed