Aide

Gentiva; Regina; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading hospice care provider as a Full-Time Hospice Aide in Regina, where you will provide compassionate care to patients in their homes. This role offers competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth. You will assist with daily living activities, ensuring a safe and supportive environment for patients and their families. If you are a compassionate CNA looking to make a difference, this position is for you.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision Plans

Generous Paid Time Off

401(k) with company matching

Tuition Reimbursement

Free Continuing Education Units

Qualifications

• Six months of patient care experience in hospice or home health preferred.
• Current CPR certification required.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with personal hygiene and daily activities.
• Provide emotional support to patients and families.
• Document patient conditions and report changes.

Skills

Compassion

Flexibility

Empathy

Education

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Job description

Our Company

Gentiva Hospice is a member of the Gentiva family – an industry leader in hospice, palliative, home health, and personal home care. Our place is by the side of those who need us, offering physical, spiritual, and emotional support to patients and their families so they may make the most of every moment. We believe that better care for caregivers and clinicians means better care for everyone, so we offer ongoing professional training, lower nurse-to-patient ratios, and comprehensive benefits for eligible employees. Here, you'll join gifted colleagues who make a lasting difference in people's lives every day.

Overview

Join us to make a difference when life matters most

We believe every day is an opportunity to make care more personal and life more comfortable. That’s why we offer personal care, palliative care, and hospice to give people the care they need with dignity, grace, and love.

As a Full Time Hospice Aide, you will be eligible for:

• Competitive Pay
• Medical, Dental, Vision Plans
• Wellness Program and Resources including:
  • A dedicated Accolade Care Coordinator for personalized care management support of all your healthcare needs
  • Telemedicine Program
  • Type 2 Diabetes Management Program via Virta Health
  • A complete Joint and Spine Program with concierge services via Nimble Orthopedics
• Generous Paid Time Off (plan increases with tenure) and 7 paid holidays
• Pre-tax FSA and HSA plans (HSA w/company contributions)
• 401(k) with company matching contributions
• Career growth opportunities available at both the branch and corporate levels
• One on One Onboarding Program with a Nurse Preceptor
• Free Continuing Education Units
• Tuition Program that includes:
  • Access to 280+ programs at 25+ learning partners
  • Online classes with flexible start dates
  • Tuition reimbursement
• Company paid life and long-term disability insurance
• Voluntary long-term care, critical illness, accident insurance, and pet insurance
• Local and national award programs
• Referral bonus program
• Mileage reimbursement or Fleet Program
• Financial assistance program supporting teammates in times of need

As a Hospice Aide/ Certified Nursing Assistant, you will:

• Report directly to the Administrator, Executive Director, or Patient Care Manager and function under the supervision of the Registered Nurse and/or Clinical Supervisor.
• Help the patient maintain good personal hygiene.
• Assist in maintaining a safe and healthy environment.
• Prepare and serve light meals.
• Assist in feeding patients when needed.
• Assist the patient in ambulation.
• Assist with the safe use of a walker or wheelchair as taught and supervised by the nurse.
• Assist with light housekeeping tasks such as emptying trash and changing linens.
• Assist with certain treatments as ordered on the aide plan of care and as allowed in state-specific regulations.
• Attempt to promote patient’s mental alertness through involvement in activities of interest.
• Provide basic emotional and psychological support to the patient and household members.
• Report any changes in the patient’s mental or physical condition or home situation to the Registered Nurse and team.
• Demonstrate basic care to the primary caregiver.
• Practice infection control measures and standard precautions.
• Provide accurate documentation with visit itineraries.
• Attend staff meetings.
• Participate in at least one Quality Improvement activity yearly, as assigned.
• Complete documentation in a timely manner as outlined in orientation.

About You

Hospice Aide/ CNA Requirements:

• Compassionate, kind, and empathetic to patients and families.
• Comfortable providing care wherever the patient calls “home”.
• Demonstrate flexibility and composure during crisis support.
• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) license.
• Six (6) months of patient care experience in hospice, home health, ICU, geriatric, or oncology preferred.
• Additional experience helpful for success: hospital Staff RN, Med Surg, PACU, Float pool, ER, critical care, acute care, cardiac, geriatric, admissions, wound care, telemetry, nursing home, or travel.
• Current driver’s license and automobile insurance.
• Current CPR certification.

Gentiva is a family of industry-leading hospice, palliative, and personal care providers with over 430 locations across 36 states, committed to supporting patients and families through physical, emotional, and spiritual care. Our headquarters is in Atlanta, Georgia.

Our family includes Gentiva Hospice, Hospice Plus, Kindred Hospice, and others. We offer various roles such as Home Health Aide, CNA, Hospice Aide, and more.

We Offer

• Comprehensive benefits: Health Insurance, 401k, Tuition Reimbursement, PTO
• Participation in Fleet Program
• Competitive salaries
• Mileage Reimbursement
• Opportunities for professional growth and development

Legalese

• This is a safety-sensitive position.
• Employee must meet minimum requirements for benefits eligibility.
• State-specific requirements apply where applicable.
• We are an EEO employer and maintain a drug-free workplace.