Certified Nursing Assistant - CNA - Hospice - FT - Dayshift - No Weekends

Gentiva; Altoona (PA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company dedicated to making a difference in patients' lives. As a Hospice Aide, you'll provide compassionate care and support to patients in their homes, ensuring their dignity and comfort during challenging times. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with a team of skilled professionals committed to delivering high-quality care. With a focus on personal growth and ongoing training, you'll be part of an environment that values your contributions and fosters your development. If you're passionate about making a meaningful impact, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Competitive Pay

Medical, Dental, Vision Plans

Generous Paid Time Off

401(k) with company matching

Free Continuing Education Units

Company paid life insurance

Referral bonus program

Qualifications

• Must be compassionate and empathetic towards patients and families.
• CNA license required with 6 months of patient care experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with personal hygiene and light housekeeping tasks.
• Provide emotional support and report changes in patient condition.
• Prepare light meals and assist with patient ambulation.

Skills

Compassionate care

Patient hygiene assistance

Emotional support

Light meal preparation

Infection control measures

Education

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) license

Tools

CPR certification

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.

Certified Nursing Assistant - CNA - Hospice - FT - Dayshift

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

• Competitive Pay
• Medical, Dental, Vision Plans
• Generous Paid Time Off (plan increases with tenure) and 7 paid holidays
• 401(k) with company matching contributions
• Free Continuing Education Units
• Company paid life and long-term disability insurance
• Referral bonus program

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

• Report directly to the Administrator, Executive Director or Patient Care Manager and function under the direction of the Registered Nurse and/or Clinical Supervisor.
• Help the patient to maintain good personal hygiene.
• Assist in maintaining a safe and healthy environment.
• Prepare and serve light meals.
• Assist in feeding patient when needed.
• Assist the patient in ambulation.
• Assist with light housekeeping tasks.
• Assist with certain treatments as ordered on the aide plan of care.
• Promote patient’s mental alertness through involvement in activities.
• Provide basic emotional and psychological support to the patient and household members.
• Report any change in the patient’s condition to the Registered Nurse.
• Practice infection control measures.
• Attend staff meetings.
• Complete documentation in a timely manner.

About You

Hospice Aide/ CNA Requirements:

• Compassionate, kind and empathetic to your patients and their families.
• Comfortable providing care wherever the patient calls “home”.
• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) license.
• Six (6) months of patient care experience in hospice, home health, ICU, geriatric, or oncology strongly preferred.
• Current driver’s license and automobile insurance.
• Current CPR certification.

Location

Gentiva Hospice