State Tested Nurses Aide

Buckeye Hospice and Palliative Care Services; Bowling Green (OH); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mileage reimbursement

401(k)

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Flexible schedule

Employee discount

Job summary

Buckeye Hospice and Palliative Care Services is seeking a compassionate full-time hospice aide to serve in the Bowling Green, OH area and surrounding communities.

Role involves providing personal care under RN supervision, documenting care, and participating in team meetings. Must have valid Ohio Nurse Aide registry in good standing and at least 1 year of CNA/hospice experience; driver’s license required. Mileage is reimbursed.

Qualifications

• Must be listed in good standing on the Ohio State Nurse Aide registry (STNA).
• At least 1 year experience as CNA, hospice aide or home health aide.
• Must be 18 years or older.
• Must have a valid driver’s license with insured vehicle.
• Ability to communicate well, verbally and in writing.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care under the direction of a registered nurse.
• Perform personal care (bathing, dressing, toileting, feeding).
• Document care per agency policy.
• Report deviations from the Plan of Care to the Case Manager.
• Use Durable Medical Equipment safely.
• Take vital signs per Hospice Aide Plan.
• Participate in team conferences and IDG meetings.
• Observe skin condition and report changes to Case Manager.
• Assist with ambulation, transfers, ROM as documented.
• Provide respite for family/caregiver on-site.
• Participate in QAPI activities.

Skills

Caring demeanor

Communication skills

Safe driving

Team player

Education

Ohio State Nurse Aide registry in good standing (STNA)

Job description

__WE PAY MILEAGE!!__

Buckeye Hospice and Palliative Care Services is seeking a compassionate full-time hospice aide to serve in the Bowling Green and surrounding communities. We strive to make every moment matter for our team by ensuring a flexible work/life balance, as well as positive company culture.

DUTIES

The hospice aide is responsible for providing personal care under the direction of a registered nurse.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Perform personal care (bathing, dressing, toileting, feeding, etc) according to the Hospice Aide Plan of Care.

Document care provided according to agency policy.

Report any deviations from the Plan of Care to the Case Manager (or designee if not available).

Use Durable Medical Equipment safely.

Take vital signs when on Hospice Aide Plan of Care.

Foster cooperative effort among personnel by understanding the functions of other persons involved in patient care and by active participation in team and staff conferences.

Provide proper care and observation of patient’s skin to prevent breakdown of tissue over bony prominence. Reports any changes/areas of concern to Case Manager.

Assist with ambulation, transfers, range of motion if documented on the Hospice Aide Plan of Care.

Provide respite for patient’s family/caregiver when on-site, as appropriate.

Participate in QAPI activities.

Participate in IDG meetings, as appropriate.

Qualifications

1. Must be listed in good standing on the Ohio State Nurse Aide registry. We will assist with an employee becoming a stated tested nursing aide, if that is not in place currently.
2. One year experience as a CNA, hospice aide or home health aide. (Hospice preferred)
3. At least 18 years old.
4. Must be a licensed driver with an insured automobile in good working order.
5. The ability to communicate well, both verbally and in writing.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Mileage reimbursement
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Weekly schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

License/Certification

• Driver's License (Required)
• STNA (Required)

Willingness to travel

• 50% (Preferred)

Work Location: One location