CNA

Hospice of Western and Central Massachusetts is looking for a part-time CNA in Franklin County!

This is an on-the-road position that requires the candidate to have an insured vehicle and be willing to travel throughout the county. Weekly pay ranges from $22 to $24 an hour! 3 days a week from 8a-4:30p.

You perform various services for a patient as necessary to meet the patient’s personal needs and to promote comfort. The hospice aide is responsible for observing the patient, reporting these observations, and documenting observations and care performed.

Experience & Education:

• Must hold an active and unencumbered Certified Nursing Assistant license in this state.

• Must be comfortable in patients' settings (skilled nursing, hospitals, homes, etc.)

• Must have at least one year of experience as a CNA.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Performing personal care needs per plan of care, including bathing, feeding, and dressing.

• Providing patients and families with a positive communication chain and a friendly and professional environment.

• Meet the safety needs of the patient using equipment safely and properly.

• Planning and preparing nutritious meals, including shopping, as assigned.

• Taking and recording oral, rectal, and auxiliary temperatures, pulse, respiration, and blood pressure when ordered with appropriate completed/demonstrated skills competency.

• Providing proper care and observation of the patient’s skin.

• Assessing and reporting on the patient’s condition and significant changes to the Case Manager.

• Assisting in ambulation and exercise as instructed by the hospice nurse or therapist.

• Provide normal range of motion and transfers/positioning as directed.

Benefits:

• Competitive and Weekly Pay

• Holiday Pay for Hourly and Salaried Employees

• Overtime Pay for Hourly Employees

• Career Advancement Opportunities

• Exclusive Employer Discount Program

Available for Eligible Team Members:

• Employer-Paid Life Insurance

• 401(k) with Employer Match

• Vacation and Personal Time

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

We are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity at all levels. All individuals are encouraged to apply. Our agency follows federal and state guidelines regarding staff vaccinations. Our policy requires all staff to be up to date with COVID and flu vaccinations, or acknowledge a declination of the vaccination(s).