Hospice Aide/CNA

LHC Group, Inc.; Lancaster (SC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a compassionate Hospice Aide/CNA to join their dedicated team. In this fulfilling role, you will provide essential personal care to patients, ensuring their comfort and dignity while building meaningful relationships. The organization values work-life balance and offers continuing education and career growth opportunities. As a key member of the healthcare team, your contributions will make a significant impact on the lives of patients and their families, making this position both rewarding and vital to the community.

Benefits

Continuing education

Tuition reimbursement

Flexible work schedule

Career mobility opportunities

Qualifications

• Successful completion of competency evaluation prior to patient care.
• Current CPR certification and valid driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal direct patient care services under RN supervision.
• Assist with activities of daily living (ADLs) during patient visits.
• Offer emotional support and compassionate care to patients and families.

Skills

Patient Care

Compassionate Care

Communication Skills

ADLs Assistance

Education

CNA Certification

CPR Certification

Job description

Summary

We are hiring for a Hospice Aide / CNA.

At Hospice of Lancaster and the Piedmont, a part of LHC Group, we embrace a culture of caring, belonging, and trust. We enjoy the meaningful connections that come from it: for the whole patient, their families, each other, and the communities we serve. It truly is all about helping people. You can find a home for your career here.

As a Hospice Aide/CNA, you can expect:

• Opportunities to build trusted relationships as you care and connect with people of all ages.
• Flexibility for true work-life balance.
• Continuing education and tuition reimbursement.
• Career mobility and growth opportunities.

If you have a passion for care and want to strengthen your healthcare career, this is a great opportunity for you.

Responsibilities

The Hospice Aide, under the direction and ongoing supervision of a registered nurse, provides personal direct patient care services as established and delegated in the Plan of Care daily.

• Reports after patient encounters to the Executive Director or designee regarding the patient's condition or environment, following the Care Management process as needed.
• Provides assistance with activities of daily living (ADLs) during each patient visit: mobility, transfers, walking, grooming, bathing, dressing or undressing, eating, or toileting.
• Performs incidental household services essential to the patient's healthcare at home, conducting household services necessary to prevent or postpone institutionalization as needed.
• Participates in QAPI plan or process, identifying any problems and reporting to the administrator as needed.
• Provides emotional support and compassionate care to the patient and family regularly.

Education and Experience

License Requirements

• Successful completion of a competency evaluation prior to patient care.
• Current CPR certification.
• Valid driver's license, vehicle insurance, and access to a dependable vehicle or public transportation.

Skill Requirements

• Mature and able to deal effectively with the demands of a hospice aide position.
• Ability to read, write, and follow directions promptly and accurately.

Company Overview

LHC Group is committed to a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion and is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

We offer benefits supporting your physical and emotional wellbeing. Review LHC Group's comprehensive benefits and perks: https://bit.ly/LHCGBenefits

Hospice of Lancaster and the Piedmont, part of the LHC Group family of providers, is the preferred post-acute care partner for hospitals, physicians, and families nationwide. We deliver high-quality, cost-effective care that supports our patients when and where they need it. From home health, hospice, and community-based services to inpatient care at our clinics and hospitals, our mission is to reach more patients and families with effective healthcare. More hospitals, physicians, and families choose LHC Group because we are united by a single purpose: It's all about helping people.