Hospice Aide/CNA (Part Time- Evanston/Northbrook)

Covenant Living Communities; St. Charles (IL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a compassionate team dedicated to providing exceptional care in the Evanston/Northbrook area. As a Hospice Aide, you will play a crucial role in supporting patients' personal needs and comfort. This part-time position offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of senior adults, ensuring their safety and well-being. With a focus on genuine compassion and effective communication, you will be an integral part of an interdisciplinary team. Enjoy a supportive work environment and the chance to grow your skills in a rewarding field.

Benefits

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Employer paid group term life and disability

Paid Time Off (PTO) & six paid holidays

403(b) with a 3% employer match

Fitness center use at most facilities

Tuition assistance and scholarships

Employee assistance program

Pet Insurance

Qualifications

• Current CNA certification in Illinois is required.
• Ability to communicate effectively with residents and staff.

Responsibilities

• Perform personal care needs including bathing and oral hygiene.
• Observe and report on patient's condition and significant changes.
• Complete documentation accurately and timely.

Skills

CNA certification

Effective communication

Compassion and patience

Basic personal care skills

Education

High school graduate or equivalent

Job description

We Are Inspired to Serve. Join us!The hospice aide is a paraprofessional member of the interdisciplinary team group who works under the supervision of a registered nurse and performs various services for a patient as necessary to meet the patient's personal needs and to promote comfort. The hospice aide is responsible for observing the patient, reporting these observations and documenting observations and care performed.

Job Description

This is a part time position that will be supporting the Evanston/Northbrook area.

In this role the Hospice Aide will:

• Perform personal care needs including, but not limited to, bathing, back rubs, oral hygiene, hair care, change bed lines, assist with feeding, in accordance with Patient Plan of Care. If unable to perform a task, report to Case Manager immediately and document accordingly.
• Meeting safety needs of patient and using equipment safely and properly.
• Provide proper care and observation of patient's skin to prevent breakdown of tissue over bony prominence.
• Assess and report on patient's condition and significant changes to the Case Manager.
• Deliver supplies to patient as needed.
• Complete documentation accurately, timely and in accordance with agency policy.

The ideal candidate will have:

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Current CNA certification in IL.
• Ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written, English) with residents and staff.
• Genuine compassion and patience to senior adults.
• CPR Card
• Reliable Transportation

Compensation Pay Range:

$17.88 - $25.38

Reasonable Pay Estimate

A reasonable estimate of the pay range for this position is $17.88 - $25.38. There are numerous factors taken into consideration in determining the actual offered rate of pay, including but not limited to: job-related qualifications, experience, skills, education, geographic location, and consideration of internal and external equity.

For full time employees, we offer a generous benefits package that includes:

• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Employer paid group term life and disability
• Paid Time Off (PTO) & six paid holidays
• 403(b) with a 3% employer match
• Fitness center use at most facilities.
• Various voluntary benefits:
  • Life, AD&D
  • Tuition assistance and scholarships
  • Employee assistance program
  • Legal services, home/auto insurance, discount purchasing program
  • Pet Insurance

For more information about Covenant Living and CovenantCare at Home, please visit www.covliving.org or www.covenantcareathome.org.

Covenant Living and CovenantCare at Homeare equal opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin or ancestry, age, disability, marital status, pregnancy, protected veteran status, protected genetic information, or any other characteristics protected by local laws, regulations, or ordinances.