Hospice Aide - CNA

Heart to Heart Hospice; Tell City (IN); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision insurance

Paid Time Off

401k with up to 4% employer matching

Tuition reimbursement

Company car for qualifying individuals

Mileage reimbursement

Job summary

Heart to Heart Hospice is seeking a Hospice Aide to provide direct patient care under RN supervision per the Plan of Care. You will assist with transfers and ambulation while maintaining infection control and quality communication with patients and families.

The role requires an active CNA license, a high school diploma or GED, and at least one year of hospice or nursing assistant experience. A valid driver''s license and reliable transportation are also required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is preferred.
• Must have an unencumbered CNA certification.
• At least one year of hospice aide or nursing assistant experience.
• Current driver''s license and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care under the RN and Plan of Care.
• Assist with safe transfers and ambulation per policy.
• Report and document care provided and changes for continuity of care.
• Follow infection control principles.
• Maintain positive, respectful communication with patient, family and staff.
• Submit all documentation in a timely manner.
• Perform other duties as required.

Skills

Compassionate care

Confidential information handling

Infection control

Communication skills

Patient safety

Education

High School Diploma or GED

CNA license

Tools

EMR software

Job description

Hospice Aide - CNA

What You Must Have:

• High School Diploma preferred or GED
• Must have an unencumbered certification according to the applicable Nurse Aide Registry
• Licensure: Current CNA license
• At least one year experience as a Hospice Aide or Nursing Assistant in a hospital, nursing home, home health agency, hospice or long term care facility
• Demonstrates interest in the welfare of ill and elderly; a heart for providing compassionate care
• High integrity, including maintenance of confidential information
• EMR experience a plus
• Must have current driver's license, reliable transportation, and provide ongoing valid and current auto liability insurance

Full Time Employee Benefits

• Competitive Pay
• Medical, Dental & Vision insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Paid holidays
• 401k with up to 4% employer matching
• Tuition reimbursement
• Company car for qualifying individuals
• Mileage reimbursement

What You Will Do:

• Provide direct patient care to patient under direction of the RN and according to the Hospice Aide/HomemakerPlan of Care.
• Provide necessary skills to assist the patient with safe transfers and ambulation per agency policy
• Provide necessary skills to appropriately report/communicatechanges and document pertinent information and care provided to patient to ensure continuity of care.
• Practice accepted infection control principles.
• Promote positive, supportive, respectful communication to patient/family and other employees
• Timely submission of all documentation
• Performance of other duties as required
• Ensure overall compliance with local, state and federal laws, Medicare regulations, and established personnel policies and procedures