Hospice Aide/CNA PRN

LHC Group, Inc.; Scottsboro (AL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization is hiring a Hospice Aide/CNA to provide essential personal care and support to patients under a registered nurse's supervision. This PRN role offers flexibility, continuing education opportunities, and the chance to make a significant difference in patients' lives. With a focus on emotional support, you'll help create meaningful connections with patients and their families in a compassionate environment.

Benefits

Flexible schedule

Continuing education and tuition reimbursement

Career mobility and growth opportunities

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Provide personal direct patient care as per the Plan of Care.
• Assist with activities of daily living during patient visits.
• Offer emotional support and compassionate care to patients.

Skills

Patient Care

Emotional Support

Communication

Compassion

Education

Current CPR Certification

Competency Evaluation

Job description

Summary

We are hiring for a Hospice Aide / CNA. This is a PRN position.

At Heartlite Hospice, 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 for 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 health care 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.

Additional State Specific Requirements

• GA: Must meet at least one of the following: Georgia certified nursing aide with current certification, or have completed and can provide validation of a home health aide training and competency evaluation program conducted in a Medicare-certified home health agency, totaling at least 75 hours.

Skill Requirements

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

Company Overview

LHC Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristics.

We offer benefits supporting your physical and emotional wellbeing. Review our comprehensive benefits and perks: https://bit.ly/LHCGBenefits

Heartlite Hospice, part of LHC Group, is the preferred post-acute care partner for hospitals, physicians, and families nationwide. We deliver high-quality, cost-effective care that supports patients when and where they need it. Our services include home health, hospice, community-based services, and 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.