Home Hospice CNA Racine/Kenosha

Advocate Aurora Health; Racine (WI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Home Health Aide to provide compassionate care to terminally ill patients. This role involves assisting with daily living activities, ensuring patient safety, and maintaining confidentiality. You will work collaboratively with a team to achieve optimal patient outcomes while embracing the hospice philosophy. Ideal candidates will possess strong communication skills, a commitment to patient care, and the ability to handle sensitive situations with professionalism. Join a supportive environment that values your contributions and offers a sign-on bonus for external hires.

Benefits

Sign-On Bonus

Health Benefits

Flexible Scheduling

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; nursing students may qualify.
• Must be certified as a nursing assistant in Illinois.

Responsibilities

• Provide competent patient care and support with daily living activities.
• Document patient care accurately and maintain confidentiality.
• Communicate effectively with patients and team members.

Skills

Patient Care

Communication Skills

Home Health Aide Skills

ADLs Support

HIPAA Compliance

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Nursing Assistant Certification

One Year of Nurse’s Aide Experience

Job description

Department:

39109 Kenosha - Hospice

Status:

Full time

Benefits Eligible:

Yes

Hours Per Week:

40

Schedule Details/Additional Information:

Typical work hours are Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, with weekend and holiday rotation.

Sign-On Bonus:

$2,500 for external hires

Major Responsibilities:

• Contribute to effective patient outcomes by providing competent patient care.
• Demonstrate competent home health aide skills.
• Assist patients in reaching functional status goals by providing support with ADLs, following the HHA assignment record, and ensuring safety.
• Observe and report changes in patient’s condition, inform the case manager or RN/Supervisor, and document accordingly.
• Understand and embrace the hospice philosophy, providing specialized care to terminally ill patients.
• Perform personal care, feeding, laundry, light cleaning of patient rooms, and washing.
• Ensure patient safety using equipment properly and safely.
• Take temperatures, pulse, respiration, and blood pressure as directed.
• Provide skin care and reposition patients to prevent breakdown.
• Change patient bed linens and clothing as requested by the patient and family.
• Maintain consistent work activities and exhibit the ability to work independently.
• Attend to personal work schedule professionally and consistently.
• Work cooperatively with team members.
• Handle issues related to death and dying with calmness and professionalism.
• Communicate effectively with all customers.
• Participate in case conferencing and IDGs to achieve patient outcomes.
• Document patient care accurately, adhering to agency, state, federal, and accreditation standards within required timeframes.
• Maintain patient confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA and privacy laws.
• Participate in CQI processes and quality improvement projects.
• Implement cost-effective measures in patient care.
• Identify problems and contribute to solutions.
• Ensure patient satisfaction and adhere to regulatory requirements.
• Complete annual in-service hours, hospice education, and OSHA requirements.
• Support scheduling of supervisory visits and provide services according to regulatory standards.
• Meet all training requirements mandated by the state and HIPAA.
• Demonstrate professionalism, flexibility, and teamwork.
• Identify personal developmental needs and contribute to learning plans.
• Maintain home health aide skills independently and support organizational goals.

Education/Experience Required:

• High school diploma or equivalent; one year of nurse’s aide experience; RN nursing students meeting state requirements.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Recognize patient needs and behaviors across age groups, understand child development and aging, and communicate effectively in English.
• Must be certified as a nursing assistant in Illinois.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• Travel within service boundaries in various weather conditions and road types; assist with patient transfers up to 200 pounds.
• Make visits to private residences, which may not be accessible to individuals with disabilities.
• Ability to lift up to 35 pounds unaided; use patient handling equipment for heavier lifts, with assistance as needed.

This description provides a general overview of the role and responsibilities. Additional duties may be assigned as necessary.