CNA Hospice

Optum; Tuscaloosa (AL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Incentive program

Equity stock purchase

401k contribution

Job summary

Optum, part of the Amedisys family, is seeking a Per diem CNA Hospice Aide to provide compassionate, hands-on care to patients at home and support for their families during end-of-life care. You will work closely with the hospice team to promote comfort, dignity and emotional well-being, following the care plan and ensuring respectful, individualized care in the patient’s home.

This role offers per diem arrangements, flexible hours and opportunities for growth within a national health system.

Qualifications

• Current state CNA certification per state requirements.
• CPR certification required.
• Valid driver's license, reliable transportation and liability insurance.

Responsibilities

• Provides personal care services to patients.
• Applies safety principles and body mechanics during care and transfers.
• Plans and prepares nutritious meals and assists with feeding.
• Performs homemaking and environmental services as assigned.
• Observes and reports changes in patient status to the primary nurse.
• Follows written care instructions prepared by a Registered Nurse.
• Assists with prescribed exercises as directed.
• Performs simple urine tests for sugar, acetone, and albumin.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

CNA certification

CPR certification

Valid driver's license

Job description

About This Opportunity

Explore opportunities with Amedisys, part of the Optum family of businesses. We provide home health, hospice and community-based services that help people receive quality care where they feel most comfortable: at home. Rooted in personalized care, we support patients and provide comfort through each stage of their health journey, while building trusted relationships along the way. Join us and embrace a culture of Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

As the Per diem CNA Hospice Aide, you will play a vital role in providing compassionate, hands-on care to patients and support for their families during end-of-life care. This position focuses on assisting patients with daily living activities while promoting comfort, dignity, and emotional well-being. Working closely with the hospice care team, as the CNA Hospice Aide, you will help ensure patients receive respectful, individualized care in alignment with their care plan.

Primary Responsibilities

• Provides personal care services to patients
• Applies safety principles and proper body mechanics to perform personal and supportive care activities, including ambulation, transfers, range-of-motion assistance, positioning, and household chores
• Plans and prepares nutritious meals and assists with feeding as assigned
• Performs homemaking and other environmental services as assigned
• Observes, reports, and documents changes in patient status and reports to the primary nurse when unable to perform a specific task
• Follows specific written instructions for personal care prepared by a Registered Nurse in accordance with the plan of care
• Assists patients with prescribed exercises as instructed by a nurse or therapist
• Performs and records simple urine tests for sugar, acetone, and albumin
• Other duties as assigned

You’ll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

Required Qualifications

• Current state certification or registration as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) in accordance with state requirements
• Current CPR certification
• Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and liability insurance

Preferred Qualifications

• CNA experience within the last two years

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you’ll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The hourly pay for this role will range from $16.00 to $23.85 per hour based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and help make the health system work better for everyone. Together, we are shaping the future of healthcare by harnessing technology and innovation to make care simpler to navigate, more affordable and more connected for the people we serve. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcomed, valued, heard and respected, empowering people to bring their authentic selves to work and strengthening our collective impact through diverse talents, backgrounds, experiences and perspectives.

UnitedHealth Group and its affiliated brands are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

UnitedHealth Group and its affiliated brands are a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.