Hospice CNA

ViaQuest Hospice; Somerset (Somerset County); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive training program

Paid time off

Premium holiday pay

Mileage reimbursement

Flexible schedules

Employee referral bonus program

Medical insurance

Vision & dental insurance

Disability & life insurance

401k

Job summary

ViaQuest Hospice is seeking a compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant to provide holistic care to patients in their homes and communities. You will follow the plan of care, communicate patient status to the supervising RN, and maintain a safe, supportive environment for patients and families.

You will contribute to an interdisciplinary team, maintain accurate records, and travel within the service area. Comprehensive training and a full benefits package accompany this role.

Qualifications

• Current CNA certification.
• At least 18 years of age.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Valid driver's license, car insurance and reliable transportation.
• Willingness to travel throughout assigned service area.
• Can push, lift or carry up to 50 lbs. and can climb, balance, kneel and crouch.

Responsibilities

• Performing duties as outlined in the plan of care.
• Effectively communicating updates and changes to patient's status to the supervising RN.
• Maintaining a safe patient environment.
• Providing emotional support and compassionate care to patients and families.
• Maintaining current patient records and progress notes.
• Working as a member of the interdisciplinary team.

Skills

CNA certification

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

At ViaQuest Hospice we take a holistic approach, offering services to treat the physical, emotional and mental needs of our patients and their loved ones.

Responsibilities may include:

• Performing duties as outlined in the plan of care.
• Effectively communicating updates and changes to patient's status to the supervising RN.
• Maintaining a safe patient environment.
• Providing emotional support and compassionate care to patients and families.
• Maintaining current patient records and progress notes.
• Working as a member of the interdisciplinary team.

Requirements for this position include:

• Current CNA certification.
• At least 18 years of age.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Valid driver's license, car insurance and reliable transportation.
• Willingness to travel throughout assigned service area.
• Can push, lift or carry up to 50 lbs. and can climb, balance, kneel and crouch.

What ViaQuest can offer you:

• Comprehensive training including patient visits with a preceptor and Brightree and Elsevier training.
• Benefit package for full-time employees (including medical, vision, dental, disability and life insurance and a 401k).
• Paid-time off.
• Premium holiday pay.
• Mileage reimbursement.
• A variety of flexible schedules.
• Employee referral bonus program.