Hospice Aide STNA - PRN

LHC Group, Inc.; Akron (OH); 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 team. In this role, you will provide essential personal care to patients in a home setting, ensuring their comfort and dignity. With a focus on building trusted relationships, you will have the flexibility to balance work and life while receiving continuing education and career growth opportunities. This position emphasizes the importance of compassionate care and offers a supportive environment to thrive in your healthcare career. If you're passionate about making a difference in people's lives, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Flexible Schedule

Continuing Education

Tuition Reimbursement

Health Benefits

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Provides personal direct patient care services under supervision.
• Assists with ADLs such as grooming, bathing, and toileting.
• Reports patient's condition to the Executive Director after encounters.

Skills

Hospice Care

Patient Care

Communication Skills

Mobility Assistance

Education

STNA Certification

CPR Certification

Job description

Summary

We are hiring for a Hospice Aide / CNA.

This is a PRN/Inconsistent position doing Home Visits for Hospice.

• Weekday daylight availability required.
• STNA required.
• Hospice or Home Health experience required.

At Caretenders Hospice in Columbus, OH, a part of LHC Group, we embrace a culture of caring, belonging, and trust and 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 & 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 provides personal direct patient care services under the supervision of a registered nurse, as established in the Plan of Care.

• Reports after patient encounters to the Executive Director or designee regarding the patient's condition or environment, following the Care Management process as needed.
• Assists with ADLs such as mobility, transfers, walking, grooming, bathing, dressing, undressing, eating, and toileting during each patient visit.
• Performs incidental household services essential to the patient's health care at home, conducting household services necessary to prevent or postpone institutionalization.
• Participates in QAPI (Quality Assessment & Performance Improvement) activities, identifying problems and reporting to the administrator as needed.
• Must have reliable transportation.

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

• OH: Successful completion of a state-approved training and competency evaluation program, and registration in the state nurse aide registry.

Skill Requirements

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

Company Overview

LHC Group is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion and is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, 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

Caretenders Hospice Columbus, part of the LHC Group family, is the preferred post-acute care partner for hospitals, physicians, and families nationwide. We deliver high-quality, cost-effective care to support patients when and where needed, from home health, hospice, and community services to inpatient care. Our mission is to reach more patients and families with effective healthcare because It's all about helping people.