Hospice CNA

Beacon Brook Health Center; Massachusetts; On-site; USD 30,307 - 33,062; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Mileage reimbursement

Holiday pay

401(k) with employer match

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Job summary

Beacon Brook Health Center is seeking per diem Hospice Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) to join their care team in Barnstable County. This role requires providing high-quality care to patients in various settings, including homes and nursing facilities.

Applicants must hold an active CNA license in Massachusetts and have experience in hospice or home health preferred. The position offers competitive hourly pay, mileage reimbursement, and various benefits for eligible team members.

Qualifications

• Must hold an active and unencumbered CNA license in Massachusetts.
• Prior experience in hospice or home health preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform various services for a patient as necessary to meet their personal needs.
• Observe patient and document observations.
• Take and record vital signs as ordered.
• Assist with ambulation and medication reminders.
• Keep the patient's living area clean and orderly.

Skills

Compassionate patient care

Communication

Vital signs monitoring

Home health experience

Education

Active CNA license in Massachusetts

Job description

Hospice CNA - Join Our Care Team in Barnstable County!

$2,000 sign-on bonus available!*

Job Summary:

We are seeking per diem Hospice Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) to join our care team at Hospice Services of Massachusetts in Barnstable County. As a Hospice CNA, you will provide high-quality care and support to patients in their homes, nursing homes, and assisted living facilities. This is an on-the-road position that requires a reliable, insured vehicle. $22 to $24 an hour with weekly pay.

Responsibilities:

• Perform various services for a patient as necessary to meet their personal needs and promote comfort
• Observe patient, report observations, and document observations and care performed
• Provide patient and family with positive communication techniques, within the realm of ethical and respectful care
• Meet the safety needs of the patient and use equipment safely and properly
• Take and record vital signs, such as temperature, pulse, respiration, and blood pressure, as ordered
• Provide proper care and observation of the patient's skin to prevent breakdown of tissue over bony prominences
• Assess and report on the patient's condition and significant changes to appropriate team members
• Assist with ambulation, exercise, and normal range of motion and transfers/positioning as directed
• Assist with self-administered medications as allowed by state regulations, such as "reminders"
• Offer and assist with bedpans and urinals
• Help with light laundry needs and plan and prepare nutritious meals, including shopping, as assigned
• Perform range-of-motion and other simple procedures as an extensional therapy service
• Keep the patient's living area clean and orderly

Requirements:

• Must hold an active and unencumbered CNA license in Massachusetts
• Prior experience in hospice or home health preferred

What We Offer:

• Mileage reimbursement
• Holiday pay for hourly and salaried employees
• Overtime pay for hourly employees
• Career advancement opportunities
• Exclusive employer discount program

Benefits (available for eligible team members):

• Employer-paid life insurance
• 401(k) with employer match
• Vacation and personal time
• Health, dental, and vision insurance

*Employment conditions apply

We are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity at all levels. All individuals are encouraged to apply. Athena Health Care Systems and its managed facilities/agencies follow federal and state guidelines regarding staff vaccinations. Our policy requires all staff to be up to date with COVID and flu vaccinations, or acknowledge a declination of the vaccination(s).