CNA Hospice Aide- Waterford, PA
About The Position
Amedisys, part of the Optum family of businesses, provides home health, hospice, and community-based services. The CNA Hospice Aide provides compassionate, hands-on care to hospice patients and support to their families during end-of-life care. The role assists patients with daily living activities while promoting comfort, dignity, and emotional well-being. Working closely with the hospice care team, the aide provides respectful, individualized care in alignment with each patient’s care plan. The patient care territory is Waterford, Pennsylvania. The role requires following written personal-care instructions prepared by a registered nurse in accordance with the plan of care, and receiving those instructions before providing services. The position is paid hourly, with a stated range of $17.90 to $21.85 based on full-time employment. Benefits mentioned include a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, an equity stock purchase plan, and a 401(k) contribution; benefits are subject to eligibility requirements. Candidates must pass a drug test before beginning employment.
Requirements
- Current state certification or registration as a nurse assistant (CNA), in accordance with state certification or registration requirements.
- Current CPR certification.
- Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and liability insurance.
Nice To Haves
- CNA experience within the last two years.
Responsibilities
- Provide personal care services to patients.
- Use safety principles and proper body mechanics when assisting with ambulation, transfers, range of motion, positioning, and household chores.
- Plan and prepare nutritious meals and assist with feeding as assigned.
- Perform homemaking and other environmental services as assigned.
- Observe, report, and document changes in a patient’s status; report to the primary nurse if unable to perform a task.
- Follow specific written personal-care instructions prepared by a registered nurse in accordance with the plan of care, received before services are delivered.
- Assist patients with prescribed exercises as instructed by a nurse or therapist.
- Perform and record simple urine tests for sugar, acetone, and albumin.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Incentive and recognition programs
- Equity stock purchase
- 401(k) contribution
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
