Certified Nursing Assistant with $2000 Sign-On Bonus Eligible

Good Shepherd Community Care; Massachusetts; On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking dedicated Certified Nursing Assistants to join their compassionate Home Care Aide team. This full-time role involves providing essential care to patients in their homes, ensuring comfort and dignity at the end of life. Candidates should possess a valid CNA certification and demonstrate strong communication and organizational skills. The organization values teamwork and offers a supportive environment where every team member plays a crucial role in delivering quality care. With a focus on respect and diversity, this position not only offers a competitive salary but also a generous benefits package including paid time off and health insurance. If you're passionate about making a difference in the lives of others, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Four weeks paid time off

12 paid holidays

Health and dental insurance

Life insurance

Mileage reimbursement

403(b) with company match

Flexible Spending Account

Short and Long Term Disability

Employee Assistance Program

Reduced tuition rates at Regis College

Qualifications

• Must be a Certified Nursing Assistant in Massachusetts.
• Requires excellent communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive care for patients at the end of life.
• Assist with daily hygiene, ambulation, and nutritional support.

Skills

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Organizational Skills

Time Management

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Hospice Experience

Education

75 hours of clinical study

16 hours supervised practical training

Job description

Job Details

Level: Experienced

Job Location: Main Office - Newton, MA

Position Type: Full Time

Salary Range: Undisclosed

Recently named by The Boston Globe as one of TheTop Places to Work in Massachusetts, our community based, mission-driven hospice and palliative care organization seeks Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) to join its expanding Home Care Aide team. Full time position requires weekend availability. Travel is required, CNA must have access to reliable transportation as care is provided in patients’ private homes and residential facilities in Greater Boston and parts of Metrowest. This position is eligible for a $2000 sign-on Bonus.

Job Responsibilities:

Our CNAs are an integral part of an interdisciplinary hospice team responsible for providing comprehensive, consistent and quality care for patients at the end of life. Care includes assistance with daily hygiene, ambulation, exercise, toileting, nutritional support, dressing changes and other activities as designated by the hospice nurse. Care is provided in patients’ private homes and residential facilities in Greater Boston and parts of Metrowest, therefore travel is required.

Education, Skills and Experience:

• Current Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) in Massachusetts with a minimum of 75 hours of clinical study, including classroom training and a minimum of 16 hours supervised practical training
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Clear communication
• Contribute as part of a collaborative team
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Hospice, Palliative or Oncology experience is a plus

Good Shepherd Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Four weeks paid time off in first year
• 12 paid holidays
• Health and dental insurance, coverage begins as of your start date
• Life insurance
• Mileage and travel time reimbursement between patients
• 403(b) with company match
• Flexible Spending Account
• Short and Long Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• Partnership with Regis College for reduced tuition rates

Industry: Healthcare

Employment Type: Full Time

Job Functions: Healthcare Provider

About Us:

Good Shepherd Community Care is one of the most trusted health care organizations in Greater Boston focusing on hospice and palliative care. Founded as Hospice of the Good Shepherd in 1978, we are the original Massachusetts hospice. After decades of caring for our community, we continue to remain an independent, not-for-profit, non-sectarian organization. We believe in the importance of mutual respect and acceptance and value diversity in our patients, families and caregivers, employees, volunteers, community, and partner organizations. We are committed to these values and honor the dignity of each individual through the care, support and education we provide.