Hospice CNA

Caris-Healthcare; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus Eligibility

Health Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vis

Earned Time Off

401(k) plan with company match

Paid Training

Mileage Reimbursement

Tuition Reimbursement

Flexible Scheduling

Job summary

Caris Healthcare Hospice is seeking a Certified Nursing Assistant to provide compassionate, patient-centered care to individuals with life-limiting illnesses in Knoxville, TN. The role focuses on personal care, observation, and supportive communication with patients and families.

Experience with CNA duties, strong teamwork, and good computer skills are essential. A $1,500 sign-on bonus is offered, with pay between $18.50 and $20.00 per hour depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Must have completed a Certified Nurse Aide program with current certification.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are required.
• Proficient computer and technology skills; able to use basic office software.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care, exercise, and ambulation to patients per regulations.
• Record vital signs and report changes to RN.
• Prepare light meals and assist with household tasks essential to health care.
• Maintain required continuing education credits.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork / independence

Computer literacy

Education

CNA certification

Tools

Computer skills

Job description

Knoxville Caris
10651 Coward Mill Rd
Knoxville, TN 37931, USA

Description

Offering $1,500 Sign on Bonus

Position: Hospice CNA

Pay: $18.50 - $20.00 / hour Depending on experience

Caris Healthcare Hospice Certified Nursing Assistant provides compassionate, supportive, and physical care to patients with a life limiting illness. The hallmarks of this position include assisting patients with personal care, providing encouragement and support to patients and families, and communicating patient observations with the hospice team. Certification required.

Caris Healthcare’s mission is to provide hospice care with grace. Serving patients throughout the Southeast region, we support our team members, patients and their families with compassion, accountability, respect, integrity and service. If you are ready for a rewarding career with a company that offers employees a culture of integrity and excellence, consider joining the Caris Healthcare team.

At Caris, you will have a career, not just a job. Our mission driven culture is evident by our current employees and the impact made on patients and families. All Caris team members commit to The Better Way, a list of promises we make to each other and our customers. The Better Way commitment is reflected in the benefits we provide. Benefits include:

• Bonus Eligibility
• Eligible for benefits within 60 days
• Health Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision); health savings account
• Earned Time Off
• 401 (K) plan with company match
• Paid Training
• Mileage Reimbursement
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Flexible Scheduling

Responsibilities

• Provides personal care, exercise, and ambulation to patients per state and federal regulations
• Utilizes safety techniques and proper body mechanics when administering care, transferring patients, and performing other work responsibilities
• Takes and records vital signs or other metrics as instructed
• Records and reports changes in the patient’s mental and physical status to RN
• Prepares light meals, launders, and performs other household services that are essential to the patient’s health care
• Maintains twelve (12) hour educational requirements

Qualifications

• Successful completion of a Certified Nurse Aide program with current certification
• In good standing with state regulations
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work well with a team and independently with minimal direct supervision
• Proficient computer and technology skills

Expert

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