Hospice Aide - CNA

Heart to Heart Hospice • Kalamazoo, MI

21d

About The Position

Heart to Heart Hospice provides compassionate care to patients with life-limiting illnesses and their loved ones. The Hospice Aide - CNA provides direct patient care under the direction of an RN and according to the Hospice Aide/Homemaker Plan of Care. The role requires compassionate care for ill and elderly patients, clear communication and documentation, and compliance with agency policies and applicable laws and regulations.

Requirements

• High school diploma preferred or GED.
• Unencumbered certification according to the applicable Nurse Aide Registry.
• Current CNA license.
• At least one year of experience as a Hospice Aide or Nursing Assistant in a hospital, nursing home, home health agency, hospice, or long-term care facility.
• Demonstrated interest in the welfare of ill and elderly people and a compassionate approach to care.
• High integrity, including maintaining confidential information.
• Current driver's license, reliable transportation, and ongoing valid and current auto liability insurance.

Nice To Haves

• EMR experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care under the direction of the RN and according to the Hospice Aide/Homemaker Plan of Care.
• Assist patients with safe transfers and ambulation according to agency policy.
• Report and communicate changes, and document pertinent information and care provided to support continuity of care.
• Practice accepted infection control principles.
• Promote positive, supportive, respectful communication with patients, families, and other employees.
• Submit all documentation in a timely manner.
• Perform other duties as required.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal laws, Medicare regulations, and established personnel policies and procedures.

Benefits

• Competitive pay.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid time off.
• Paid holidays.
• 401(k) with up to 4% employer matching.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Company car for qualifying individuals.
• Mileage reimbursement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED