In-Home State-Registered Nursing Aide (40h)

Community Hospice, Inc. Ashland, Ironton; Ashland (KY); On-site; USD 24,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Flexible spending account

Health insurance

Health savings account

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Vision insurance

Job summary

Community Hospice is seeking a State Registered Nursing Assistant to provide personal care under the direction of a registered nurse in patients' homes across Kentucky. You will follow the IDT care plan and must hold current home health aide certification, with reliable attendance and strong communication skills.

The role involves assisting with hygiene, basic nursing tasks, vital signs, and coordinating care with nurses and families.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent is required.
• Certified as a home health aide by the State Board of Nursing.
• One year of patient care experience preferred, with continuing education as per Kentucky/Ohio licensure.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal hygienic care to patients in their home setting.
• Make home visits to provide basic care as deemed necessary by the registered nurse or supervisor.
• Discuss the need for visit frequency with the registered nurse.
• Perform routine nursing procedures under supervision (e.g., enemas, catheter care, ROM exercises).
• Monitor and document vital signs and report changes to the RN or Director of Homecare Services.
• Maintain proper documentation of care and manage supplies and equipment.
• Participate in monthly staff meetings and in-service programs.

Skills

Empathy

Communication skills

Dependability

Independent work

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

State-certified home health aide (HHA) certification

Completion of state approved CNA course and test

Job description

Community Hospice is seeking a State Registered Nursing Assistant to provide personal care under the direction of a registered nurse in patients' homes across Kentucky. You will follow the IDT care plan and must hold current home health aide certification, with reliable attendance and strong communication skills.

The role involves assisting with hygiene, basic nursing tasks, vital signs, and coordinating care with nurses and families.