Hospice CNA Aide — Compassionate Home Care

UnitedHealth Group; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 19,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Incentive programs

Equity stock purchase

401k contribution

Job summary

UnitedHealth Group's Amedisys unit is seeking a CNA Hospice Aide to provide compassionate, hands-on care for patients and support families in end-of-life care. You will assist with daily living activities, promote comfort and dignity, and collaborate with the hospice care team to follow each patient’s care plan.

Paid hourly from $14.00 to $25.10, with a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for development within a supportive, inclusive workplace.

Qualifications

• Current state certification as a nurse assistant (CNA) per state requirements.
• Current CPR certification.
• Valid driver's license, reliable transportation and liability insurance.

Responsibilities

• Provides personal care services to patients
• Applies safety principles and proper body mechanics during care
• Plans and prepares nutritious meals; assists with feeding
• Performs homemaking and environmental services as assigned
• Observes, reports and documents changes in patient status
• Follows written care instructions from a nurse or therapist
• Assists patients with prescribed exercises as instructed by nurse or therapist
• Performs simple urine tests for sugar, acetone, and albumin
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

CNA certification

CPR certification

Valid driver's license

Job description

UnitedHealth Group's Amedisys unit is seeking a CNA Hospice Aide to provide compassionate, hands-on care for patients and support families in end-of-life care. You will assist with daily living activities, promote comfort and dignity, and collaborate with the hospice care team to follow each patient’s care plan.

Paid hourly from $14.00 to $25.10, with a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for development within a supportive, inclusive workplace.