CNA - Hospice - PT

Northern Montana Health; Havre (MT); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Northern Montana Hospital is seeking a Hospice CNA to assist in providing compassionate hospice care under the supervision of a registered nurse. You will help implement the plan of care, monitor patients, and communicate changes to the nursing team.

Required are a Montana Certified Nurse Aide, BLS, a clean driving record, and the ability to pass background and drug screening. Prior CNA experience in long-term or acute care is preferred, with salary commensurate to experience.

Qualifications

• Certified Nurse Aide (Montana)
• High School diploma or equivalent
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS)
• Ability to interpret and apply verbal and written instructions
• Valid Montana driver’s license and auto insurance
• Background check and drug screen required
• Minimum 1 year CNA experience in long-term or acute care preferred

Responsibilities

• Assist in hospice nursing care per plan of care under supervision of a hospice RN.
• Ensure safe delivery of aide services aligned with Bear Paw Hospice mission.
• Provide compassionate patient and family support consistent with care plan.

Skills

CNA experience

BLS certification

Verbal & written instructions

Driver's license

Background check / drug screen

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Certified Nurse Aide (Montana)

Job description

About Northern Montana Hospital

Northern Montana Hospital (NMH) is the center of a comprehensive system of medical and health care services, staffed with a team of caring professionals who are dedicated to meeting the growing needs of our Hi-Line communities. The not-for-profit, 25-bed Critical Access Hospital features a 24-hour physician-staffed emergency department, with state-of-the-art diagnostic imaging and electronic medical record services. Our large, quiet labor/birthing rooms are private and located away from other patient care areas. The private patient rooms on the 5th floor Medical/Surgical Department boast views from every window. Administration, staff, and medical providers are committed to delivering high-quality, comprehensive health-care services to the people of the Hi-Line communities of Montana.

Specialties

• Anesthesiology
• Emergency Medicine
• Family Medicine
• General Surgery
• Hematology
• Internal Medicine
• OB/GYN
• Oncology
• Ophthalmology
• Optometry
• Orthopedic Surgery
• Sports Medicine
• Pain Management
• Pathology
• Podiatry
• Psychiatry
• Psychology
• Radiology
• Women's Health

Clinic specialties

• Cardiology
• Neurology
• Pediatric Pulmonology
• Urology
• Radiation Oncology
• Nephrology
• Endocrinology
• Optometry

About the role

To assist in the provision of hospice nursing care in accordance with a specific hospice aide plan of care for assigned patients as developed by and under the supervision of a hospice registered nurse. To assure the safe delivery of quality aide services which support the mission and philosophy of Bear Paw Hospice.

Qualifications

• High School graduate or equivalent.
• Certified Nurse Aide by the State of Montana.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS).
• Ability to interpret and apply verbal and written instructions.
• Valid Montana driver's license and current automobile insurance.
• Provide a current phone number.
• Ability to successfully pass Background Check and Drug Screen.
• Previous CNA experience required; minimum of one year experience in long-term care or acute care setting preferred.
• Salary is commensurate with up to 10 years of experience.

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this position. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

Equal opportunity employer to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Applicants requiring accommodation(s) during the application or interview process are encouraged to contact us at [e-mail] or 406-262-1401. Requesting an accommodation is voluntary and will not negatively affect your application. All requests will be kept confidential.

NMH will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this job.