HHA | Home Health Aide | VNA Hospice

MIDLAND CARE CONNECTION INCKansas City, MO
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About The Position

Midland Care Connection Midland Care Connection is a not-for-profit, community-based organization dedicated to helping older adults and seriously ill individuals stay independent and supported in their homes. Established in 1978, we offer a full continuum of care, including hospice, palliative care, home health, grief and loss counseling, and our signature PACE (Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly) program. Our mission centers on "meeting individual needs through innovative care solutions," and we serve people across multiple counties in northeast Kansas. Visting Nurse Association Specializes in home hospice that provides compassionate, end-of-life care to patients in the comfort of their own homes. Their skilled nurses focus on managing pain and symptoms, supporting emotional and spiritual needs, and guiding both patients and families through the hospice journey. Working closely with an interdisciplinary team, the VNA ensures dignity, comfort, and quality of life during a patient’s final days while offering education, resources, and respite support to caregivers. Home Health Aide Provides hands-on personal care and comfort support to patients receiving end-of-life care at home. Working under the supervision of a registered nurse, the aide assists with bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting, turning, and repositioning to maintain comfort and prevent skin issues. They may also help with meals, feeding, light housekeeping, laundry, and changing bed linens. In addition, aides observe the patient’s condition and report any changes to the hospice nurse. Their role focuses on maintaining dignity, comfort, and quality of life while also giving family caregivers practical support and relief. Bonus $1,500 To be paid in two increments at 6 months and 1 year of employment

Requirements

  • Current Home Health Aide certification
  • Ability to provide companionship and assist with daily living activities (e.g., mobility, meal support, safety) in clients’ homes
  • Help clients stay safe, comfortable, and connected in their own homes
  • Travel within the community to deliver care and support

Nice To Haves

  • At least one year of experience working as a HHA
  • Prior experience in home health, hospice, long-term care, or assisted living setting
  • CPR and First Aid certification
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Responsibilities

  • Provides hands-on personal care and comfort support to patients receiving end-of-life care at home.
  • Assists with bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting, turning, and repositioning to maintain comfort and prevent skin issues.
  • Help with meals, feeding, light housekeeping, laundry, and changing bed linens.
  • Observe the patient’s condition and report any changes to the hospice nurse.
  • Maintaining dignity, comfort, and quality of life while also giving family caregivers practical support and relief.

Benefits

  • Health insurance options for employees and dependents
  • Dental, vision, and prescription drug plans
  • Flexible Savings Accounts (FSA) or Health Savings Accounts (HSA), with employer contributions
  • Paid Time Off (PTO), Personal and Taking Care of You Days
  • Holiday pay (six holidays per year)
  • 403(b) ERISA Retirement Plan, match provided
  • Free group life and AD&D insurance of $20,000
  • On-site education center to provide professional development and CEU credits
  • Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and dependents
  • Paid monthly volunteer time at non-profit organizations
  • Uniform Allowance Program

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What This Job Offers

Job Type

Full-time

Career Level

Entry Level

Education Level

No Education Listed

Number of Employees

11-50 employees

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