Aide/CNA Hospice

LHC Group, Inc.; Chester (Delaware County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is hiring a Hospice Aide/CNA to deliver compassionate care to patients. This position offers flexibility, opportunities for career growth, and includes essential training and support. Ideal candidates will exhibit maturity and excellent communication skills, providing vital assistance as directed by nursing staff.

Benefits

Continuing education and tuition reimbursement

Work-life balance

Qualifications

• Successful completion of a competency evaluation required.
• Mature and able to deal effectively with hospice demands.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal direct patient care under nurse supervision.
• Assist with activities of daily living (ADLs) like grooming and bathing.
• Participate in QAPI processes and report daily.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Maturity

Education

Current CPR certification

Driver's license

Job description

Summary

We are hiring for a Hospice Aide / CNA.

At Conemaugh Regional Hospice, a part of LHC Group, we embrace a culture of caring, belonging, and trust and enjoy the meaningful connections that come from it: for the whole patient, their families, each other, and the communities we serve—it truly is all about helping people. You can find a home for your career here.

As a Hospice Aide/CNA, you can expect:

opportunities to build trusted relationships as you care & connect with people of all ages.

flexibility for true work-life balance

continuing education and tuition reimbursement

career mobility and growth opportunities

If you have a passion for care and want to strengthen your healthcare career, this is a great opportunity for you.

Responsibilities

The Hospice Aide Under the direction and ongoing supervision of a registered nurse, provides personal direct patient care services as established and delegated in the Plan of Care daily.

Reports after patient encounter with the Executive Director, or designee, regarding the patient's condition or environment, following the Care Management process on as needed basis.

Provides assistance with the following ADLs during each patient visit: mobility, transfers, walking, grooming, bathing, dressing, or undressing, eating or toileting.

Performs incidental household services essential to the patient's health care at home, conducting household services necessary to prevent or postpone institutionalization.

Participates in QAPI (QUALITY ASSESSMENT & PERFORMANCE IMPROVEMENT) plan or process identifying problems and reporting administrator daily or as needed.

Must have a reliable vehicle/transportation.

Education and Experience

License Requirements

• Successful completion of a competency evaluation prior to patient care.
• Current CPR certification requirements.
• Current driver's license, vehicle insurance, and access to a dependable vehicle or public transportation.

Additional State Specific Requirements

• AZ, FL, KS, LA, MI, MN, PA, SC, VA, WV: No additional requirements.

Skill Requirements

• Mature and able to deal effectively with the demands of a hospice aide position.
• Must be able to read, write, and carry out directions promptly and accurately.