Home Health/Hospice Aide

Care-; Valparaiso (IN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Disability insurance

Employee assistance program

Flexible schedule

Flexible spending account

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Vision insurance

Job summary

VNA Hospice NWI is seeking compassionate Hospice Aides (CNA) or (HHA) for full-time home visits. Location: patients’ homes with on-call rotation and mileage reimbursed. Starting pay is $18.50/hour, Indiana CNA/HHA certification required, valid driver’s license, and CPR preferred.

Minimum 6 months’ CNA/HHA experience recommended. Join a caring hospice team focused on quality end-of-life care, with benefits and a schedule Monday–Friday with on-call rotation.

Qualifications

• Must have certification in the State of Indiana.
• Prefer minimum 6 months as CNA or HHA.
• CPR certification required or preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care including bathing, grooming, dressing, oral hygiene, and toileting assistance.
• Observe and report changes in patient condition to the RN Case Manager.
• Maintain accurate documentation of patient visits and care provided.
• Assist with light housekeeping related to patient care needs.
• Support patients and families with compassion, dignity, and respect.
• Follow the established hospice plan of care.
• Participate in rotating on-call schedule for after hours, weekends, and holidays.

Education

High school or equivalent (Required)

Indiana CNA or HHA (Required)

CPR Certification (Preferred)

Tools

Driver's license

Job description

Description

VNA Hospice NWI is seeking:

Hospice Aides (CNA) or (HHA)

Job Type: Full-Time
Schedule: Monday-Friday with rotating on-call responsibilities
Location: Home Hospice Visits

• Starting pay $18.50/hour

Minimum On-Call Rotation

Coverage area includes Porter, Lake, Jasper, Starke, Newton and LaPorte. Mileage paid at current IRS rate, if a fleet car is not available.

Must be willing to go into patients' homes and travel.

Provides personal care to hospice patients at the VNA Hospice Center and in patient’s home.

About Us

We are a compassionate hospice organization dedicated to providing exceptional end-of-life care to patients and support to their families. We are seeking a dependable, caring, and patient-focused Home Health Aide (HHA) or Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) to join our hospice team.

Position Summary

The HHA/CNA provides personal care and supportive services to hospice patients in their homes under the direction of a Registered Nurse and the interdisciplinary hospice team. The ideal candidate is compassionate, reliable, and committed to enhancing the quality of life for patients facing a life-limiting illness.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care including bathing, grooming, dressing, oral hygiene, and toileting assistance
• Observe and report changes in patient condition to the RN Case Manager
• Maintain accurate documentation of patient visits and care provided
• Assist with light housekeeping related to patient care needs
• Support patients and families with compassion, dignity, and respect
• Follow the established hospice plan of care
• Participate in a rotating on-call schedule to assist with patient needs after hours, weekends, and holidays as assigned

Requirements

QUALIFIED CANDIDATE WILL POSSESS:

• Prefer minimum of 6 months as a CNA or HHA.
• Current CNAs will receive training and certification as a HHA upon hire.
• Must have certification in the State of Indiana
• Must have and maintain a valid driver's license, and automobile insurance.
• Must maintain current CPR certification.
• Must be computer literate.

GENEROUS AND COMPETITIVE WAGES AND FULL BENEFITS

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $18.50 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Medical specialties:

• Home Health

Standard shift:

• Day shift

Supplemental schedule:

• On call

Weekly schedule:

• Weekend availability

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• CNA or HHA: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Indiana CNA or HHA (Required)
• BLS Certification (Preferred)

Work Location:

• In person