Home Health Aide

Good Shepherd Hospice; Independence (MO); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Good Shepherd Hospice is seeking a compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant to serve patients and their families in Independence and surrounding communities. The ideal candidate is passionate about quality care and service, with hospice, home health, or geriatric experience preferred.

The CNA will assist patients and families under supervision, promote respectful communication, and uphold the hospice philosophy of care. State certification and successful background checks are required.

Qualifications

• Certified Nursing Assistant credential recognized by the state where services are provided.
• Home Health Aide credential accepted or preferred.

Responsibilities

• The CNA assists the patient and family in achieving physical and emotional comfort as outlined in the patient's plan of care
• Provides support services under the supervision of our clinical supervisors
• Promotes positive, supportive, respectful communication to patients and their families

Skills

CNA

Home health aide

Job description

Overview

Good Shepherd Hospice is seeking a compassionate candidate for aCNAserving patients and their families inIndependence and surrounding communities.The ideal candidate must be passionate about providing quality care and excellent service to patients and their families.

• Previous experience in hospice, home health, or geriatrics preferred

Responsibilities

• The CNA assists the patient and family in achieving physical and emotional comfort as outlined in the patient's plan of care
• Provides support services under the supervision of our clinical supervisors
• Promotes positive, supportive, respectful communication to patients and their families

Qualifications

• Certified by the state of where services are being provided as a Certified NursingAssistant and Home Health Aide.
• Minimum of one year of experience in hospice, home health or geriatric care preferred (but not required for the right candidate)
• Must be of high integrity including maintenance of confidential information including all patient records
• Works as a team player, following directions and adhering to defined care plans
• Demonstrated commitment to the hospice philosophy of care
• Can successfully pass background checks
• Can successfully pass background checks & drug screen