HOSPICE AIDE - Field Work Required

Integritus Healthcare, Inc.; Massachusetts; On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Generous time off

Exceptional health insurance

Job summary

Integritus Healthcare, Inc. in Pittsfield, MA seeks a compassionate Hospice Aide to provide direct patient care and support to hospice patients in-home and in the field. The role requires current MA CNA or HHA certification and a minimum of one year CNA experience.

We offer weekly pay, generous time off, and excellent health insurance. Training through LPN or associate RN programs is available, with opportunities for growth within the company.

Qualifications

• One year of CNA experience is required.
• Current MA CNA or HHA certification is required.
• Ability to provide personal care per plan of care.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care within the CNA scope.
• Assist with personal care per individualized plan of care.
• Maintain a clean and safe home environment.
• Support nutritional needs and feeding per plan of care.
• Notify RN/case manager of changes in patient condition.

Skills

CNA experience

Home health care

Education

GED or better

High School diploma

Tools

Hoyer Lift

Job description

Hospice Care in the Berkshires

Pittsfield, MA 01201, USA

• Pay or shift range: $18 USD to $22.09 USD. The estimated range is the budgeted amount for this position. Final offers are based on various factors, including skill set, experience, location, qualifications and other job-related reasons.

Description

This position requires on-site and field visit duties.

Come join this collaborative and innovative team. At Integritus Healthcare you will enjoy WEEKLY pay, generous time off, exceptional health insurance, and the ability to grow in your career. Integritus Healthcare wants you!

• generous time off
• exceptional health insurance

Competitive pay based on experience:

MUST have CURRENT MA CNA or HHA Certification.

CNA: $18.00 -$22.09

We will pay your way through an LPN program or associate-level RN program.

Integritus Healthcare wants you!

• Provides direct patient care within the parameters of current CNA license and in accordance with Hospice Aide competency checklist.
• Assists in providing personal care services per plan of care.
• Uses and maintains special equipment and supplies appropriately.
• Informs supervisor/RN case manager of any changes in patient’s condition or family situation.
• Recognizes need for guidance, accepts and/or seeks assistance.
• Accompanies patient outside the home when directed.
• Reports concerns of patient abuse or neglect immediately to RN/case manager/supervisor.
• Maintains a clean and safe environment for patient by performing household services that promote the comfort, safety, and hygiene of the patient per plan of care.
• Assists in meeting the nutritional needs and dietary requirements of the patient by performing the following per plan of care: meal preparation, offering fluids and nutrition, assisting with feedings.
• A Hospice Aide, with additional training and proven performance, may assist with other certain procedures per plan of care such as: applying certain prescription creams and ointments, assisting with care of colostomy and appliances, or assisting with use of special devices such as a Hoyer Lift.

Salary Range- $18.00-$22.09 per hour

Qualifications

Education

Preferred

• GED or better.
• High School or better.

Experience

Required

• 1 year: C.N.A experience

Preferred

• Home Health Aide or Hospice experience preferred.

Licenses & Certifications

Required

• CERT NURSE ASSISTANT

Equal Opportunity Employer

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