CNA/STNA - Hospice

Otterbein SeniorLife • Lebanon, OH

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About The Position

Otterbein is seeking a Hospice CNA/STNA to support the growth of its hospice ministry. Hospice care focuses on helping people with life-limiting illnesses experience peace, comfort, and quality of life, while supporting their families and caregivers. Otterbein Hospice provides care in patients’ homes and develops personalized plans of care with patients and their loved ones. The role supports person-centered care that respects each patient’s dignity, rights, and choices.

This is a full-time position, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. The CNA/STNA will travel to see patients in Lebanon, Middletown, and Springboro.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Must have completed the 9th grade and be able to read and write at an adequate level.
• Must hold CNA/State Tested Nursing Assistant (STNA) certification, be active on the Ohio State Tested Registry, and maintain active status.
• CPR certification is required.
• At least one year of direct patient care experience in an institutional or home care setting is required.
• Must be able to work within a multidisciplinary team.
• Must understand hospice philosophy and the needs of terminally ill patients.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation insured in accordance with Ohio requirements.

Nice To Haves

• High school graduate or GED.
• Community health or hospice experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care.
• Ensure care is provided with respect and dignity to patients and their families, while upholding patient rights.
• Maintain a positive, professional manner.
• Keep a record of the hospice STNA plan of care for each assigned patient.
• Observe, record, and report patients’ care, symptoms, and emotional and physical status.
• Watch for and report physical and gross behavioral changes in a patient’s condition or family situation to the RN.
• Assist with feeding patients as needed.
• Communicate appropriately with patients, families, and agency personnel.
• Attend required in-services and meetings, including at least 12 hours of in-services per year.
• Attend and participate in regularly scheduled Hospice interdisciplinary team meetings to coordinate care plans, follow up on changes and communications, problem-solve, receive staff support, and participate in in-service education.
• Participate in Quality Assurance/Performance Improvement activities as indicated.
• Travel to see patients in Lebanon, Middletown, and Springboro.

Benefits

• Medical insurance with free virtual doctor visits.
• Vision and dental insurance.
• Pet insurance.
• Life insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program for personal and professional support.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match.
• Paid time off that accrues immediately from the first day.
• Paid holidays.
• DailyPay access to earned wages.
• Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250 per year for any field of study.
• Tuition discounts through partnerships with the University of Cincinnati, University of Toledo, and Hondros College.
• Employee-sponsored crisis fund.
• Legal and identity theft protection.
• Partner discounts for products and services through Access Perks.
• Access to personal and professional development materials through RightNow Media @ Work.

What This Job Offers

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