Home Health Aide/Hospice Aide

Winona Health • Winona, MN

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About The Position

A Home Health Aide / Hospice Aide is a certified health care worker who assists professional personnel in the personal cares of the patient by providing necessary and desired services. The duties of the Aide are planned and assigned by a professional member of the health care team to meet the needs of the patient and family situation.

Requirements

• Graduate of a state approved Certified Nursing Assistant Program.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• CPR Certification.
• Certified Nursing Assistant.
• Approved by both the MN and WI Nursing Assistant Registry.
• Basic computer skills.

Nice To Haves

• Hospice certification desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provides a sense of security for the patient and performs personal cares while respecting the dignity, comfort and privacy of the patient at all times.
• Provides physical and emotional support to the patient and family unit.
• Adapts to changes in the scheduling process to meet the needs of the patient.
• Accepts direction in a positive manner, eliminates assumptions, exhibits effective listening skills and follows through with instructions given.
• Adheres to strict patient confidentiality standards as mandated by HIPAA.
• Utilizes supplies in a safe, proficient, effective and orderly fashion.
• Documents tasks performed accurately and in a timely manner in the patients’ clinical record.
• Offers ideas for and participates in Continuous Process Improvement activities.
• Demonstrates participation in continuing education provided and attends staff meetings as scheduled.

Benefits

• Health Insurance: Options for medical, dental, and vision coverage, as well as mental health support and wellness incentives
• Income Protection: Short and long-term disability, plus additional benefits like accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, legal assistance, and identity protection plans
• Retirement Planning: Access to a 403(b) retirement plan with employer contributions once eligibility requirements are met
• Work/Life Balance: Flexible scheduling, paid time off, and earned sick time to support personal well-being
• Education & Development: Paid training, tuition reimbursement, scholarships, and sponsored seminars to foster both personal and professional growth
• Employee Discounts: Special offers with local businesses, including the YMCA and cell phone providers

What This Job Offers

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