Hospice House Certified Nursing Assistant FT 36 (CNA)

Tri-Cities Chaplaincy•Richland, WA

7d•$21 - $27•Onsite

About The Position

The Hospice House Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) is responsible for delivering personal care services to patients in the Hospice House, ensuring their physical and emotional comfort. The CNA is responsible for assisting hospice patients with daily living activities and providing support to ensure their comfort, dignity, and quality of life during the end-of-life journey. As a member of the interdisciplinary teams, the CNA provides patient care and supportive services in accordance with the individual plan of care. The CNA works under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN).

Requirements

High School graduate or equivalent GED
Available to work evenings, nights, and weekends and flexible hours.
Must have reliable transportation and the ability to independently drive within Tri-Cities Chaplaincy’s service areas.
Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen which includes cannabis testing in Washington State.
Certification in Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)/Basic Life Safety (BLS)
Washington State Food Worker Card issued by the Department of Health
Ability to report to the assigned work location(s) as scheduled and maintain consistent, reliable attendance.
Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license, as driving is an essential function of this role.
Meet insurance eligibility requirements
Strong communication skills to interact with patients, families, and interdisciplinary care teams.
Available to work holidays.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual in Spanish and English, with the ability to speak, read, write, and communicate effectively in both languages.
One year of CNA experience in hospice, home health, or long-term care settings.
Experience working with patients with chronic, terminal, or end-of-life care needs.

Responsibilities

Deliver personal care services to patients in the Hospice House.
Ensure patients' physical and emotional comfort.
Assist hospice patients with daily living activities.
Provide support to ensure patients' comfort, dignity, and quality of life.
Provide patient care and supportive services in accordance with the individual plan of care.
Work under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN).

Benefits

Vacation: Accrued each pay period based on your hours worked.
Sick Leave: Accrued in accordance with Washington State Sick Leave Law.
Wellness Days: After completion of the 90-day introductory period, employees may convert up to two (2) accrued sick days annually into wellness days.
Paid Holidays: Ten (10) paid agency observed holidays per year, available upon hire.
Bereavement Leave: Three (3) days for the loss of an immediate family member. Two (2) days for the loss of a household pet or service animal.
Community Volunteer Day (Yay Day): One (1) paid day annually for volunteer service, granted each January.
Health Insurance Benefits (Effective the first of the month following date of hire): Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance.
Employer Paid-Benefits: Basic Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance (1x annual salary), Long Term Disability, Short Term Disability.
Voluntary Benefits: Supplemental Life Insurance, AD&D (Additional coverage), and Pet Insurance.
Voluntary Financial Protection Benefits: Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness, and Accident Insurance.
Air Ambulance: Discounted rate for Life Flight.
Retirement 401(K) Plan: Employees may contribute upon hire; employer matching of up to 5% begins the following January or June depending on Hire date after 1 year of employment.
Mileage Reimbursement: $0.72 per mile, for eligible positions. (Subject to change based on IRS rates)
Premium Pay: Bilingual (Spanish) pay premium (subject to proficiency verification through ALTA language services)
Certifications: Certification-based premium pay, as applicable and approved.
Tuition Assistance: Up to $5,250 annually after one (1) year of employment.
Professional Development: Access to continuing education through platforms such as Relias Learning and CAPC.