CNA

Hearth Hospice•Fort Oglethorpe, GA

13d•$16 - $19

About The Position

Hearth Hospice is seeking a full-time Hospice Aide (CNA) to provide hands-on, compassionate care to hospice patients and help preserve their comfort and dignity. The aide works closely with the nursing team to address patients’ physical, emotional, and personal needs in accordance with their plan of care. The position serves patients in Catoosa, Chattooga, Dade, Floyd, Gordon, Murray, Walker, and Whitfield counties. The schedule is Friday through Monday, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. The role includes providing personal care, supporting patients’ families and caregivers, delivering attentive customer service, and maintaining accurate documentation in patients’ homes and in accordance with agency and regulatory standards. Hearth Hospice describes itself as a mission-driven, patient-centered provider focused on comfort, compassion, dignity, and human connection.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Current, unencumbered CNA certificate in the state where the employee works.
At least one year of CNA experience in an acute care or long-term care setting.
Current CPR certification if required by the state.
Current driver’s license, vehicle insurance, and access to dependable transportation.

Nice To Haves

Hospice experience.

Responsibilities

Follow the patient’s plan of care to support comfort and well-being, and respond promptly to requests from patients and their families or caregivers.
Assist with personal care, including bathing, oral hygiene, changing bedding and clothing, and shampooing.
Provide exceptional customer service and work to support patient satisfaction.
Share knowledge with and guide and support families caring for terminally ill loved ones.
Maintain accurate documentation in the patient’s home and in accordance with agency and regulatory standards.