Hospice CNA

Kids for the Future; Chesapeake (VA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Birthday leave

401(k) retirement plan with company-m​

Comprehensive benefits

Professional development support

Job summary

Trinity Hospice is seeking a dedicated Hospice Aide - Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) to provide personal healthcare and related services to patients in their homes. The role supports the patient and family, collaborates with the supervisor, and helps maintain a safe environment.

The ideal candidate has at least one year of Hospice Aide or CNA experience or completion of a CNA/CHHA program, holds a valid driver's license and reliable transportation, and enjoys contributing to compassionate

Qualifications

• At least one year of experience as Hospice Aide or Nursing Assistant in hospital, nursing home, home health, hospice, or long-term care facility or completion of CNA/CHHA program.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care under RN direction according to the Aide Plan of Care.
• Assist with activities of daily living (ADLs) including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, feeding, mobility.
• Report changes and document care rendered to ensure continuity of care.
• Follow infection control principles.
• Communicate respectfully with patients, families, and staff to support care.
• Maintain patient privacy and safe environment at all times.
• Support proper nutrition and fluid intake as part of care.
• Contribute to agency operations with effective time management.
• Perform treatments and procedures per agency policy.

Education

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or Certified Home Health Aide Program

Job description

• Location 1,Chesapeake, VA, 23320,United States
• Employee Type FT Non-Exempt

Why Trinity Hospice?

At Trinity Hospice, we believe that delivering outstanding hospice care starts with investing in our clinical team. We are committed to providing the flexibility, resources, and professional respect you deserve, empowering you to make a meaningful difference in the lives of patients and families every day.

Job Summary:

The primary function of the Hospice Aide - Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) is to provide personal healthcare and related services to the patient in their place of residence; to assist in providing a safe and clean environment, work cooperatively with patient and family and share observations and problems with the supervisor.

Essential Functions:

• Provide direct patient care to patients under direction of the RN and according to the Aide Plan of Care.
• Provide direct patient care and assistance with activities of daily living (ADLs), including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, feeding, and mobility support.
• Provide necessary skill to appropriately report changes and document pertinent information and care rendered to patients to ensure continuity of care.
• Practice accepted infection control principles.
• Promote positive, supportive, respectful communication to patient/family and other employees.
• Provide an environment which promotes respect for patients, privacy and property.
• Provide skills necessary to assist the patient with proper nutrition and adequate fluid intake.
• Contribute to the management and efficient operation of the agency and demonstrate effective time management skills.
• Provide skills necessary to perform treatments and procedures according to agency policy.

Education, Experience, and Certifications Needed:

• At least one year experience, preferably as a Hospice Aide or Nursing Assistant in a hospital, nursing home, home health agency, hospice, or long term care facility or completion of Certified Nursing Assistant or Certified Home Health Aide Program.
• Must have current driver’s license, and reliable transportation with a valid and current auto liability insurance
• 7 paid holidays annually, plus a paid day off for your birthday
• Comprehensive benefits package with a variety of insurance plan options
• 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions
• Support for continuing education and professional development credits
• Additional employee benefits and wellness programs