Compassionate Hospice Care Aide & CNA

Zarrow Pointe; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Miller Hospice is seeking a Home Health Aide/Certified Nurse's Assistant (CHHA/CNA) to provide patient and family personal care services in a home health setting. The role follows the Certified Nursing Assistant assignment and supports the care plan under the supervision of a Registered Nurse and Patient Care Coordinator.

The candidate must hold CHHA and CNA certifications, be at least 18 years old, and have the ability to read and follow care instructions.

Qualifications

• Successfully completed a state-established or other training program and a competency evaluation program or state licensure program that meet Medicare requirements.
• At least eighteen years of age and a high school graduate or equivalent.
• One year of recent hospice experience or home health preferred.
• Ability to read and follow instructions and provide documentation of care given.
• Displays initiative and able to work with minimal direct supervision.
• Passes criminal background checks.
• Reliable transportation, current driver's license and current auto insurance.

Responsibilities

• Responds promptly to patient, family and caregivers. Reports to RN or Patient Care Coordinator if tasks cannot be performed.
• Gives personal care including baths, oral hygiene, and changing bed linen as needed.
• Assists in dressing, feeding, and meal preparation.
• Takes vital signs and records where required.
• Turns and positions patients to prevent skin breakdown.
• Reports patient condition changes to RN.
• Provides light housekeeping in the patient’s living area.
• Adheres to Miller Hospice policies and care plans.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Reads instructions

Documentation

Initiative

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Hospice/home health training program

Medicare competency evaluation or licensure

Job description

Miller Hospice is seeking a Home Health Aide/Certified Nurse's Assistant (CHHA/CNA) to provide patient and family personal care services in a home health setting. The role follows the Certified Nursing Assistant assignment and supports the care plan under the supervision of a Registered Nurse and Patient Care Coordinator.

The candidate must hold CHHA and CNA certifications, be at least 18 years old, and have the ability to read and follow care instructions.