CNA / Certified Nursing Assistant - Hospice

BrightSpring Health Services; New Kensington (Westmoreland County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team of healthcare professionals at an established industry player, where you will provide essential personal care to patients in need. This full-time role as a Certified Nursing Assistant in hospice care offers a chance to make a significant impact on the lives of terminally ill patients. Enjoy a supportive work environment with a focus on compassionate care, while benefiting from comprehensive medical and dental plans, paid time off, and a 401(k) plan. Embrace the opportunity to grow within a team committed to excellence in home health services.

Benefits

Medical and dental benefits

Short- and long-term disability

Life insurance

Mileage reimbursement

Paid time off

401(k) plan

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Vendor discounts

Qualifications

• Must meet state training requirements and have experience in personal care.
• Ability to read, follow instructions, and document care.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care services including bathing, grooming, and meal preparation.
• Monitor vital signs and report any changes to the Case Manager.
• Ensure patient safety and maintain confidentiality.

Skills

Personal Care

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Compassionate Care

Education

75 hours of classroom training

CPR Certification

Job description

Job Title: CNA / Certified Nursing Assistant - Hospice

Locations: US-PA-MONROEVILLE, US-PA-KITTANNING, US-PA-IRWIN, US-PA-NEW KENSINGTON, US-PA-APOLLO

Line of Business: Grane Home Health & Hospice

Position Type: Full-Time

Our Company

Grane Home Health & Hospice

Overview

Office Location: 260 Alpha Drive Pittsburgh, PA 15238

Coverage Area: Monroeville/Irwin/Murrysville/New Kensington; travel throughout territory may be required

Schedule: Full-Time, Monday-Friday, 8AM-4:30PM

Our Hospice Aide/CNAs are vital to our organization, supporting patients with personal care services tailored to individual needs. Join our team of dedicated healthcare professionals and find purpose and positive impact from day one!

Benefits include:

• Medical and dental benefits
• Short- and long-term disability
• Life insurance
• Mileage reimbursement
• Paid time off
• 401(k) plan
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Vendor discounts

Responsibilities

• Perform personal care needs, promptly attending to patient requests and reporting any inability to perform tasks to the Case Manager.
• Communicate positively with patients and families, maintaining confidentiality and ethical standards.
• Ensure patient safety using equipment properly, including foot stools, side rails, and oxygen.
• Provide personal care such as baths, back rubs, oral hygiene, shampoos, and linen changes.
• Assist with dressing, undressing, and meal preparation, including shopping and feeding as needed.
• Monitor and record vital signs, including temperature, pulse, respiration, and blood pressure, when ordered.
• Observe and report on patient's skin condition to prevent tissue breakdown.
• Assist with ambulation, exercises, and positioning as instructed.
• Support medication reminders and help with light laundry and household tasks.
• Participate in quality improvement activities and adhere to documentation standards.
• Respect patient and family privacy and environment.

Qualifications

• Meet state training requirements; completed 75 hours of classroom and supervised practical training.
• Minimum six months of experience providing personal care.
• At least 18 years old, with the ability to read, follow instructions, and document care.
• Understand hospice philosophy and provide compassionate, specialized care to terminally ill patients.
• Current CPR certification; able to work independently and maintain professionalism.
• Good communication, organizational skills, and tactfulness.
• Successfully complete a probationary period demonstrating competence.

About our Line of Business

At Grane Home Health & Hospice, we deliver comprehensive home health and hospice services, committed to providing exceptional patient care in a home setting. We are part of BrightSpring Health Services, with a team of expert clinicians and caregivers dedicated to making a positive impact. For more information, visit www.granehomehealthandhospice.com.