Hospice Aide, CNA

James River Home Health & Hospice•Farmville, VA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

James River Home Health and Hospice is seeking a Hospice Aide/CNA to support patients in their homes as part of its care team. The territory is Farmville, and the hourly pay is $18.00–$23.00, based on experience. The role provides personal care and other support according to the patient’s Aide Plan of Care. The aide documents care, monitors and reports changes in patients’ condition, assists with mobility and transfers, and supports the Registered Nurse with specialized procedures as directed. Participation in on-call duties is required according to the on-call policy.

Requirements

Be a Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) with the Virginia Department of Health Professions.
Have at least one year of experience as a CNA, Hospice Aide, or Home Health Aide.
Graduate from an accredited nursing school.
Have a valid driver’s license and a reliable, insured car available for use during work hours.

Nice To Haves

Home Health or Hospice experience is preferred.
At least one year of hospice experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform personal care services, including bathing, dressing, toileting, and feeding, as instructed in the Aide Plan of Care.
Document care provided according to agency policy.
Report deviations from the Plan of Care to the Case Manager.
Take vital signs when indicated in the Hospice Aide Plan of Care.
Record and report changes in the patient’s physical condition, behavior, or appearance to the health care professional managing the patient’s care.
Provide appropriate care and observe patients’ skin conditions to help prevent skin breakdown; report changes or concerns to the Case Manager.
Assist with ambulation, transfers, range of motion, and other support documented in the Aide Plan of Care.
Assist the Registered Nurse with specialized procedures as directed by the Registered Nurse under physician’s orders.
Participate in on-call duties as defined by the on-call policy.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Competitive pay.
Company-paid tablet and cell phone.
Flexible schedules.
21 days off: 15 PTO days and 6 paid holidays; PTO accrues from the first day and increases with tenure.
Competitively priced health plan, vision, and dental insurance, partially employer-paid.
Company-paid short- and long-term disability insurance and life insurance, with up to $50,000 in coverage.
401(k) with employer match.
Career advancement opportunities.
Proactive Health Management Wellness Program (PHMP).
CPR recertification paid for by the company.