CNA Hospice, FT

John Knox Village; Lee's Summit (MO); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

John Knox Village in Missouri seeks a Hospice Aide to provide compassionate personal care to terminally ill patients per the prescribed Plan of Care. The role requires adherence to hospice protocols and participation in ongoing training while supporting the Village’s mission and PRIDE values.

The aide operates under RN Case Manager guidance, collaborating with the care team to ensure patient comfort, safety, and dignity.

Qualifications

• Education: high school diploma or GED.
• Two years CNA experience preferred, with at least one in Hospice.
• BLS certification or ability to obtain prior to patient contact.
• Valid driver’s license and proof of auto insurance.
• Experience with geriatric and terminally ill patient care.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care to terminally ill patients per the Hospice Aide Plan of Care.
• Support the Village’s mission, values, and PRIDE expectations; complete required training.
• Follow RN Case Manager directions and maintain professional communication with care team.
• Assist in maintaining patient comfort, hygiene, nutrition, and safety as needed.

Skills

CNA experience

Hospice care

Communication skills

Safety awareness

Driving

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Job Summary Responsible for providing personal care service to the terminally ill patient and performs related tasks in accordance with the Hospice Aide Plan of Care as assigned and delegated by the RN Case Manager. Supportive of the Village’s mission, values, and service/hospitality (PRIDE) expectations. Completes training as required by policy.

Job Details Description Full-time Hours based on client needs Job Summary Responsible for providing personal care service to the terminally ill patient and performs related tasks in accordance with the Hospice Aide Plan of Care as assigned and delegated by the RN Case Manager. Supportive of the Village’s mission, values, and service/hospitality (PRIDE) expectations. Completes training as required by policy.

The responsibilities described above represent the primary responsibilities of the job. Other responsibilities may be assigned by the supervisor as warranted by business needs. The incumbent is expected to perform all assigned responsibilities

Essential Qualifications

Education: This job requires a combination of education, training and/or experience that would typically be acquired through a course of study leading to a high school diploma or GED.

Licenses/Certifications

• Missouri CNA certification required if working in Missouri; Kansas CNA and Home Health Aide certification required if working in Kansas.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or ability to obtain prior to direct patient contact.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and proof of auto insurance.

Experience

• Two years recent experience as a Certified Nursing Assistant preferred with at least one in Hospice.
• Recommended Certified Hospice and Palliative Nursing Assistant Certification (CHPNA).

Knowledge And Skills

• Ability to work in a field setting.
• Must be able to work independently and is self-directed within the scope of his/her accountabilities.
• Knowledge of physical, psychosocial and spiritual needs of terminally ill patients and their caregivers.
• Must have knowledge and skills necessary to provide care to and communicate with primarily the geriatric population.
• Effective written, verbal, and listening skills by providing feedback in a way that it is clear the message was understood.
• Develops and maintains positive working relationships with co-workers and clients by being timely and establishing a climate of trust, confidence and mutual respect.
• Sets priorities and manages time effectively to accomplish what needs to get done.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating instructions, handbooks and procedures manuals.
• Ability to write simple sentences, paragraphs and correspondence.
• Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other associates of the organization.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.

SPECIAL WORKING CONDITIONS

• Ability to cover routine schedule.
• The associate is frequently subject to inside environmental conditions which provide protection from weather conditions but not necessarily from temperature changes.
• The associate is exposed to infectious diseases.
• The associate is required to function around individuals with challenged mental capacities.
• Required to drive from one location to another if necessary for services provided through the department.
• May be exposed to outdoor elements while accessing a patient’s residence.
• All associates may be called upon to assist other departments in a declared emergency situation.

Physical and Mental Demands The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an individual to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Job demands include maximum occasional lift of 75 lbs from knuckle to waist level; maximum occasional lift of 25 lbs from floor to 38 inches; maximum occasional lift of 40 lbs from floor to 48 inches
• Maximum occasional carry of 5 lbs 100 ft; maximum occasional carry of 38 lbs at 36 inches height for 15 ft; maximum occasional carry of 20 lbs for 75 ft
• Maximum occasional push/pull horizontal of 40 lbs at 36 inches height for 100 ft; maximum occasional push/pull vertical of 10 lbs
• Maximum occasional grip force of 40 lbs; maximum occasional lateral pinch force of 15 lbs
• Maximum occasional climb of 8 inches
• Maximum occasional forward reach of 34 inches; maximum occasional lateral reach of 37 inches
• Frequent bend; occasional fine motor coordination; occasional foot coordination; occasional balance
• Frequent sitting; continuous standing; and continuous walking.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED/GIVEN Under the supervision of the Village Hospice Clinical Manager

Gives no supervision.

EOE/D/V

Nicotine-Free & Drug Free Workplace

Post-Offer background check and health screening required

Questions can be directed to [e-mail]