Hospice (CNA)
About The Position
Beyond Hospice, part of Episcopal Homes of Minnesota, is seeking a compassionate and dependable Hospice Home Health Aide to provide personal care and comfort to patients receiving end-of-life care. The role works closely with the hospice nursing team to support patients and families, with care focused on comfort, dignity, and quality of life. Work takes place in hospice homes and community-based settings, as well as an office setting, and involves sensitive patient and family situations. The position is full-time, on days, with weekend and after-hours availability as needed. The hourly pay range is $19.38–$25.86, depending on experience. The aide provides hands-on personal care, supports mobility and nutritional needs, observes and reports changes in patients’ conditions, offers emotional support, helps maintain a safe environment, provides caregiver respite when appropriate, and documents care. The aide works with the hospice interdisciplinary team and follows individualized care plans. The position requires compliance with infection-control and safety procedures.
Requirements
- Meet Minnesota Nursing Assistant training requirements.
- Complete at least 75 hours of classroom and supervised practical training, including required clinical and practical training; 16 hours of classroom clinical must be completed before 16 hours of practical training.
- Be at least 18 years old.
- Be able to read and follow written instructions and document care provided.
- Understand hospice philosophy and be comfortable caring for terminally ill patients.
- Be self-directing and able to work with little direct supervision.
- Demonstrate a professional attitude and appearance.
- Hold a valid driver's license and have a reliable vehicle in good working order with insurance meeting state requirements.
- Be able to lift, push, or pull up to 50 pounds and assist with patient transfers.
- Meet required competency standards, including the competency skills checklist.
- Successfully complete a 90-day probationary period.
Nice To Haves
- One year of experience as a hospice aide or working with individuals at the end of life.
Responsibilities
- Provide personal care, including bathing, dressing, grooming, and hygiene.
- Assist patients with mobility, transfers, positioning, and range-of-motion exercises.
- Help with meals, feeding, and nutritional needs.
- Monitor patients for changes in condition and report concerns to the RN Case Manager.
- Provide skin care and help prevent skin breakdown.
- Offer emotional support and comfort to patients and families.
- Assist with light housekeeping to maintain a clean, safe environment.
- Provide caregiver respite when appropriate.
- Document patient care accurately and in a timely manner.
- Work with the hospice interdisciplinary team to ensure quality care.
- Follow individualized care plans and infection-control and safety procedures.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance for eligible employees.
- Paid time off.
- 403(b) retirement plan with employer match.
- Employee assistance and wellness resources.
- On-site fitness center and warm-water therapy pool.
- Discounted on-site childcare at Kinder Village.
- Employee dining and campus amenities.
- Opportunities for continued learning and professional growth.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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