CNA - Hospice Aide

Job Description

Position: CNA / Hospice Aide

Pay: $14.00/hr. - $17.00/hr. Depending on experience

Caris Healthcare Certified Nursing Assistant / Hospice Aide provides compassionate, supportive, and physical care to patients with a life limiting illness. The hallmarks of this position include assisting patients with personal care, providing encouragement and support to patients and families, and communicating patient observations with the hospice team. Certification required.

Caris Healthcare’s mission is to provide hospice care with grace. Serving patients throughout the Southeast region, we support our team members, patients and their families with compassion, accountability, respect, integrity and service. If you are ready for a rewarding career with a company that offers employees a culture of integrity and excellence, consider joining the Caris Healthcare team.

At Caris, you will have a career, not just a job. Our mission driven culture is evident by our current employees and the impact made on patients and families. All Caris team members commit to The Better Way, a list of promises we make to each other and our customers. The Better Way commitment is reflected in the benefits we provide. Benefits include:

Competitive Salary

Bonus Eligibility

Eligible for benefits within 60 days

Health Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision); health savings account

Earned Time Off

401 (K) plan with company match

Paid Training

Mileage Reimbursement

Tuition Reimbursement

Flexible Scheduling

Career Advancement Opportunities

Responsibilities

Provides personal care, exercise, and ambulation to patients per state and federal regulations

Utilizes safety techniques and proper body mechanics when administering care, transferring patients, and performing other work responsibilities

Takes and records vital signs or other metrics as instructed

Records and reports changes in the patient’s mental and physical status to RN

Participates in weekend rotation for scheduled visits

Prepares light meals, launders, and performs other household services that are essential to the patient’s health care

Maintains twelve (12) hour educational requirements

Qualifications

Successful completion of a Certified Nurse Aide program with current certification

In good standing with state regulations

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to work well with a team and independently with minimal direct supervision

Proficient computer and technology skills