Hospice CNA

Anew Hospice; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Telehealth services

401k

PTO

Mileage reimbursement

Referral program

Job summary

Anew Hospice in Fort Wayne, Indiana, is seeking a dedicated Hospice CNA for a full-time role serving the Fort Wayne area. You will provide compassionate personal care under supervision, supporting patients and families at the end of life, with a focus on comfort, dignity, and independence.

The position requires completion of state-approved Nursing Assistant training and a CNA certification/competency evaluation.

Qualifications

• State-approved Nursing Assistant training and competency evaluation program required.
• CNA certification or competency evaluation approved by the state is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and supportive duties under RN or therapist supervision.
• Maintain client rights and dignity and promote independence.
• Communicate observed changes to RN Case Manager or Director of Hospice.
• Document care and observations clearly in client records.
• Assist with care of clients' pets as directed.
• Adhere to HIPAA and privacy regulations.

Skills

Compassionate care

ADL assistance

Teamwork

Communication

Education

CNA Certification

Job description

Full-time hours serving the Fort Wayne, IN area

Anew Hospice is Indiana-owned and operated with Hoosier hospitality ingrained in everything we do. We’re committed to providing compassionate care, clinical excellence and outstanding customer service to our patients and their families at the end of life. Creating a positive experience through comfort and support is our number one priority.

Our team is growing! Do you want to make a difference in the lives of others?

The Hospice CNA works under the supervision of a registered nurse or therapist to provide personal care services and supportive duties to clients as assigned, and in accordance with care ordered by physician. The Certified Nurse Aide maintains an environment for the clients which protects and promotes client rights, and assists the person to maintain independence, dignity, and control to the greatest extent possible.

Job Duties Of This Rewarding Position Include

• Provides delivery of care items as trained in a compassionate, quality manner with kindness, respect, and dignity.
• Assists in activities of daily living (ADLs) as directed/assigned.
• Observes and immediately reports to Director of Hospice, unusual occurrences, significant changes in client’s physical or behavioral condition, patterns of decreased social interaction, angry or sad behaviors, and refusals of treatment.
• Assists with the planning, implementation, and evaluation of plans of care for assigned clients and reports information about conditions, responses to interventions and suggestions for alternative approaches to the Director of Hospice.
• Records accurate, legible information about client care, conditions, and observations made in appropriate sections of client record.
• Regularly communicates with RN Case Manager or Director of Hospice about assigned clients.
• Performs all Aide procedures in the way in which he/she has been trained, directed and approved by instructor/supervisor.
• Assists clients with care of their pets, including walking, feeding, watering, and cleaning cages and/or litter boxes as directed.
• Complies with agency privacy practices/procedures and all state/federal privacy laws as outlined by HIPAA related to client and employee records, to include but not limited to information accessed through any company web-based system and/or electronic medical records.
• Demonstrates teamwork and prompt and regular attendance to work to ensure that quality care and services are provided to the clients we serve.
• Complies with and adheres to the appropriate use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) required by the Bloodborne Pathogens Standards. Protective Personal Equipment (PPE), including personal protective equipment for eyes, face, extremities, protective clothing, and protective shield and barriers, will be provided, used, and maintained.

Job Requirements

• Successful completion of a state approved Nursing Assistant training and competency evaluation program or a CNA competency evaluation program approved by the state.

We offer and attractive compensation and excellent benefits package including:

• Medical/Dental/Vision insurance available
• Employees can access convenient telehealth services
• 401k
• PTO
• Workday shift and have your nights free
• Monday-Friday work schedule
• Mileage reimbursement
• Employee Referral Program – get paid to refer a friend to join our team

Equal Opportunity Employer

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