Hospice CNA: Compassionate Home Health Aide with Benefits

Great Lakes Caring Hospice C IL, LLC; Springfield (IL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) match

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Mileage reimbursement

Job summary

Elara Caring is seeking a Hospice Certified Nurse Assistant to join our full-time team in Springfield, IL. You will provide skilled nursing care under the direction of an RN, monitor patient conditions, and help update the Plan of Care while educating patients and families on self-care practices.

You must have a High School Diploma or GED and 1 year of Hospice Aide experience, plus a state-approved Hospice Aide training program.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 1 year of Hospice Aide or Nursing Assistant experience required.
• Must complete an approved Hospice Aide training program per 42 CFR §484.36.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and travel between patient homes.

Responsibilities

• Provide skilled nursing care per plan of care and RN direction.
• Monitor patient condition and report changes to the RN Case Manager.
• Collaborate with the RN Case Manager to update the Plan of Care.
• Educate patients and caregivers on self-care techniques.
• Document medication regimens and maintain medication profiles.
• Help prevent hospitalizations through proactive, coordinated care.
• Provide compassionate care with clear communication to patients and families.

Skills

Physical stamina

Patient education

Safety-conscious care

Education

High School Diploma or GED

State-established Hospice Aide training program (42 CFR §484.36)

Tools

Driver's license

Job description

Elara Caring is seeking a Hospice Certified Nurse Assistant to join our full-time team in Springfield, IL. You will provide skilled nursing care under the direction of an RN, monitor patient conditions, and help update the Plan of Care while educating patients and families on self-care practices.

You must have a High School Diploma or GED and 1 year of Hospice Aide experience, plus a state-approved Hospice Aide training program.