CNA Hospice Home, Full-Time, 1 Afternoon & 2 Nights, 36Hr/Wk

VISITING NURSE dba Stillwater Hospice • Fort Wayne, IN

2d • $18 - $26 • Onsite

About The Position

Stillwater Hospice is seeking a Certified Nurses Aide (CNA) to provide safe personal care and support for terminally ill patients in the hospice facility. This full-time position involves working 36 hours per week, including one afternoon shift and every Thursday and Friday night shift, with 12-hour shifts. The role emphasizes teamwork, work-life balance, and compassionate care within a positive environment. The compensation is based on total years of experience in previous clinical roles.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Completion of 105 hours CNA Certification program (need copy of Certificate).
• Current/active CNA License.
• Minimum six (6) months (one [1] year preferred) CNA/HHA experience, within the last twenty-four (24) months, in the home health, long-term care, or hospital setting.
• RN nursing students who have successfully completed courses with a grade of “C” or better, who currently possess an active CNA License, will be said to have met the above qualifications.
• Must hold current CPR certification or obtain within the orientation period.
• Must be able to safely perform the essential functions of the job without posing a direct threat to the health and/or safety of self or others in the workplace.
• Must have a current motor vehicle operator’s license and have access to an automobile with current automobile insurance coverage.
• For Home Care, must be able to drive independently to all patients', families', and clients’ homes.
• Must be able to climb a minimum of three (3) flights of stairs.
• Recognizes emergencies and has knowledge of emergency procedures according to agency policy.
• Must have the ability to remain calm in occasional emergency situations.
• Must be willing to travel in inclement weather.
• Must be willing to accept assignments without regard to disease or ethnic origin.
• Must exhibit dependability in areas such as attendance, tardiness, and flexibility for unit coverage.
• Must be willing to work the scheduled holiday rotation.

Nice To Haves

• One [1] year preferred CNA/HHA experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe personal care and support for the terminally ill in the hospice facility under the direction of the Patient Care Director and/or RN Case Manager.
• Give client care per agency policies and procedures, following the written Plan of Care.
• Perform personal hygiene and grooming, including bed baths, sponge baths, tub baths, or shower baths; shampooing; nail and skin care; oral hygiene; toileting and elimination needs; and changing linens.
• Assist patients with various rehabilitation activities under the direction of a licensed therapist or RN.
• Take and record temperature, pulse, respirations, and blood pressure when assigned.
• Prepare meals and assist patients with feeding.
• Observe patient’s condition and report significant changes in status to the appropriate nurse.
• Computer document care per agency policies and procedures.
• Manage care of assigned patients in a timely fashion.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and healthy environment in the patient care area.
• Participate in patient care conferences as assigned to promote holistic care.
• Maintain good personal hygiene and conduct themselves in a polite and professional manner.
• Maintain a therapeutic relationship with patients, including confidentiality.
• Maintain respect for the patient's privacy and property.
• Attend educational opportunities and in-services to improve clinical practice.
• Be willing to be cross-trained in other departments within the agency.
• Adhere to all Stillwater Hospice policies and privacy practices.
• Participate in quality improvement activities and/or other agency committees or task forces when requested.
• Perform light housekeeping chores.
• May run errands, on occasion, with supervisor approval.

Benefits

• Health Insurance with PPO
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Flexible Savings Account (FSA)
• Free Employer Health Clinic (for medical plan participants)
• Catastrophic Medical Care Plan (qualifications apply)
• Medical Claims and Healthcare Utilization Management program
• Partnership with Wellbridge Surgical (reimbursement of medical plan deductibles and travel for medical plan participants)
• Dependent Care Savings Account (DCFSA)
• TriShare Plus Child Care Cost Sharing plan (for qualifying employees)
• CoShare Child Care Cost Sharing plan (for qualifying employees)
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Paid Wellness Days
• Time Off for Voting
• Paid Parental Leave for Births and Adoptions
• 403b Retirement Plan with no cost access to a Financial Advisor
• Company Match for full-time employees on 403b
• Shift Incentive Pay
• Performance Incentives
• Mileage Reimbursement
• Company-provided Uniform allowance
• Company-provided Basic Life Insurance plus AD&D Insurance
• Company-provided Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Affordable Term Life Insurance policies for employees and family members
• Education Incentives
• Tuition Discounts with several local Universities
• Private Student Loan Assistance Program with Gradify
• Support the Federal Student Loan Forgiveness plan as a Qualifying Not-for-Profit Employer
• Annual Employee Tuition Assistance Plan, up to $2000.00 per year
• Stillwater Hospice Tuition Scholarships, up to $5000.00 per year
• Robust Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for Employees & Family household members
• New hire referral Finder's Bonus
• Free employee access to the services and programs at the Peggy F. Murphy Community Grief Center
• Discounts at the YMCA

What This Job Offers

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