Hospice Aide/CNA

Hospice Aide

Join Our Mission to Build Something Extraordinary!

Are you a compassionate, dedicated hospice aide seeking an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of patients? Are you ready to be part of an exciting startup hospice company built on a foundation of RESPECT? If so, we want to hear from you.

About Us:

We are a startup hospice company with a mission to deliver high quality hospice care that honors the individual needs of patients and their families. We aim to support and provide comfort to our patients, families, and other loved ones during life's final journey. Our core values are R*esponsibility, Excellence, Supportive, Passionate, Empathy, Celebrating, and T*ogether (RESPECT). We believe our staff is the heart and soul of the organization.

What We Offer:

• A unique opportunity to be part of a startup and shape the future of the company.
• Growth and development opportunities as we expand.
• A supportive and respectful work environment.
• Competitive salaries and benefits.

Job Description:

TITLE OF IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR: DIRECTOR OF CLINICAL SERVICES/CLINICAL SUPERVISOR

RISK OF EXPOSURE TO BLOODBORNE PATHOGENS – HIGH

DUTIES

The hospice aide is responsible for providing personal care under the direction of a registered nurse. A person who provides assistance with meals, dressing, movement, bathing or other personal needs or maintenance.  Hospice aides must meet the requirements for Home Health Aides in 77 Ill. Adm. Code 245.70 or Nursing Assistants in 77 Ill. Adm. Code 300.660.

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.

Must complete a minimum of 6 hours of initial training in the first 60 days of employment as required by the Alzheimer’s Disease and Related Dementia’s Services Act.

JOB CONDITIONS

The ability to access patients’ homes which may not be routinely wheelchair accessible is required.

Hearing, eyesight, and physical dexterity must be sufficient to perform a physical assessment of the patient's condition and to perform patient care.

Physical activities will include, walking, sitting, stooping, and standing and minimal to maximum lifting of patients and the turning of patients.

EQUIPMENT OPERATION

Utilization of calculator, telephone, copy machine, thermometer, blood pressure cuff, other basic office, and medical equipment.

COMPANY INFORMATION

Has access to patient medical records.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Meets training requirements of the State which include:

1. Completing a HHA training that includes a minimum of 120 hours of classroom and supervised practical training with at least 40 hours devoted to supervised practical training and with at least 80 hours of classroom instruction completed prior to beginning the supervised practical training

2. On the Nurse Aide Registry for the State of Illinois

3. One-year experience as a CNA, hospice aide or home health aide. (Hospice preferred)

4. At least 18 years old.

5. Must be a licensed driver with an insured automobile in good working order.

6. The ability to communicate well, both verbally and in writing.

If you're ready to embark on this exciting journey alongside us, apply today and become a key part of building a hospice company that truly stands out!

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: From $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Continuing education credits
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Mileage reimbursement
• Paid orientation
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Work Location: On the road