Inpatient Hospice Aide- Certified Nursing Assistant FT night
About The Position
HopeHealth Hospice and Palliative Care is seeking an experienced Certified Nursing Assistant to join its hospice team. The position provides care to hospice patients at the inpatient Hulitar Hospice Center. Duties are planned and assigned by a registered nurse to meet patient and family needs. The hospice aide provides personal care in accordance with the established plan of care. This is a full-time, 36-hour night position, working 7:00 p.m. to 7:30 a.m. and every fourth weekend. The position is eligible for benefits. HopeHealth is a not-for-profit provider of palliative and hospice care serving Massachusetts and Rhode Island, and describes its hospice team as providing comfort and support to patients with advanced serious illness or nearing the end of life.
Requirements
- Certified Nurse Aide certification.
- High school diploma or GED.
- 1–3 years of experience.
Responsibilities
- Provide personal care in accordance with the established plan of care.
- Observe, report, and document patient status and the care provided.
- Provide ongoing communication and support to patients, families, and caregivers.
- Follow basic infection control procedures.
- Recognize and report changes in a patient's status to the inpatient unit registered nurse.
- Recognize emergencies and understand and apply emergency procedures.
- Maintain patient and family confidentiality.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- Retirement plan with employer contribution.
- Pre-tax flexible spending account for healthcare and dependent care.
- Disability coverage.
- Discounts on voluntary insurance programs.
- Life and long-term disability insurance.
- Paid time off and paid holidays.
- Educational assistance and education reimbursement.
- Reimbursement for certifications.
- Continuing education through the HopeHealth Clinical Education Lab.
- Robust orientation programs.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
