Hospice Aide (CNA)

Job Description

More than a job, this is a position with a higher purpose - where you impact people's lives on a personal, human level. As a Navian Hawaii Hospice Aide, you will guide patients and their family on their journey, delivering comfort and support with a caring heart, replacing fear with hope, helping them find the beauty and joy in every moment, and providing each person with the kindness and dignity they deserve.

Primary Responsibilities:

Assists patients with personal hygiene, i.e., bathing, mouth care, skin care, hair care and shaving.

Assists patients with other ADL's, i.e., toileting, dressing, feeding.

Assists with ambulation and transfer activities.

Assists with ROM exercises as ordered.

Positions for comfort.

Assists with use of equipment and devices.

Assists with nutritional and dietary needs as requested by the Nurse Case Manager.

Assists in providing a safe and sanitary environment for the patient, i.e., changes bed linen when necessary, tidies room as needed, adjusting lighting and placement of objects in the room for safety and comfort.

Reports to the Nurse Case Manager any significant changes in the patient's condition or coping of the caregivers.

Documents all care in accordance with agency protocol.

Collaborates with the Interdisciplinary Team on an ongoing basis to help assure quality and continuity of care.

Complies with all established agency policies and procedures.

Complies with all health and safety regulations and requirements.

Knowledge and Skills Requirements:

Ability to be flexible and organized in planning.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, clients, family members, the public, and representatives of other agencies and organizations.

Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of individuals.

Experience and Educational Requirements:

Current CNA Certification

One year of direct patient care experience.

Employment Requirements:

All offers of employment at Navian Hawaii are contingent on a candidate's successful completion of certain requirements which include:

A legally compliant background check

Drug Screen & Physical Exam

TB Clearance

CPR Certificate

Providing copies of valid Vehicle information such as auto insurance, inspection, and registration with an acceptable Driver's Abstract

Why Navian Hawaii?

Team-oriented, locally run nonprofit where every voice is heard

Competitive pay with an excellent benefits package

Flexible organization that supports positive work/life balance

Salary Range

$23.00 To $25.00 Per Hour

Opportunity for performance-based bonuses

Full-time