Home Health Aide/Hospice Aide

Home Health Aide/Hospice Aide

Job Category: Hospice Requisition Number: HOMEH002915

Full-Time On-site Watkins Manor Winona, MN 55987, USA Pay or shift range: $18 USD to $18.62 USD The estimated range is the budgeted amount for this position. Final offers are based on various factors, including skill set, experience, location, qualifications and other job-related reasons.

Job Details

Winona Senior Services WSS Hospice 1.0 FTE, 80 hours bi-weekly 1st Shift Hours: 8am-4:30pm Weekends: Occasional Holidays: Occasional

Position Overview: A Home Health Aide / Hospice Aide is a certified health care worker who assists professional personnel in the personal cares of the patient by providing necessary and desired services. The duties of the Aide are planned and assigned by a professional member of the health care team to meet the needs of the patient and family situation.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities: Provides a sense of security for the patient and performs personal cares while respecting the dignity, comfort and privacy of the patient at all times. Provides physical and emotional support to the patient and family unit. Adapts to changes in the scheduling process to meet the needs of the patient. Accepts direction in a positive manner, eliminates assumptions, exhibits effective listening skills and follows through with instructions given. Adheres to strict patient confidentiality standards as mandated by HIPAA. Utilizes supplies in a safe, proficient, effective and orderly fashion. Documents tasks performed accurately and in a timely manner in the patients' clinical record. Offers ideas for and participates in Continuous Process Improvement activities. Demonstrates participation in continuing education provided and attends staff meetings as scheduled.

Essential Skills and Experience: Graduate of a state approved Certified Nursing Assistant Program. Valid Driver's License. CPR Certification. Certified Nursing Assistant. Approved by both the MN and WI Nursing Assistant Registry. Basic computer skills.

Nonessential Skills and Experience: Hospice certification desirable.

Summary of Benefits at Winona Health: At Winona Health, we are dedicated to offering a comprehensive and affordable benefits package for our employees and their families. While benefits may vary based on employment classification and job status, the following key benefits are available: Health Insurance: Options for medical, dental, and vision coverage, as well as mental health support and wellness incentives Income Protection: Short and long-term disability, plus additional benefits like accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, legal assistance, and identity protection plans Retirement Planning: Access to a 403(b) retirement plan with employer contributions once eligibility requirements are met Work/Life Balance: Flexible scheduling, paid time off, and earned sick time to support personal well-being Education & Development: Paid training, tuition reimbursement, scholarships, and sponsored seminars to foster both personal and professional growth Employee Discounts: Special offers with local businesses, including the YMCA and cell phone providers For more details or specific information, visit our website or contact Human Resources

Internal Applicant Policy: It is the policy of Winona Health to work with employees in an equitable fashion regarding promotions, transfers, and position reclassifications. Any employee wishing to apply for another available position at Winona Health must submit an application for consideration through the internal application portal. Employees requesting to change positions should have successfully completed at least six (6) months in their current position. Employees currently in the formal disciplinary process may be required to meet with the Director of Human Resources to determine eligibility to request transfer. The employee's past performance, experience, training and qualifications will be considered in transfer/hiring decisions. Consideration for transfer or promotion is not a guarantee of transfer or promotion. Employees may be given a chance to interview for a position when they meet the minimum position qualifications.

Disclaimer: Winona Health is an equal opportunity employer. Winona Health does not refuse to hire, discharge, or discriminate against a person with respect to tenure, compensation, terms, upgrading, conditions, facilities, or privileges of employment because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, age, national origin, marital status, genetic information, status with regard to public assistance, membership in a local discrimination commission, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, or any other prohibited basis of discrimination under applicable local, state, or federal law. Winona Health does not tolerate retaliation against any employee, patient/resident, physician, or other individuals pursuing concerns regarding Civil Rights issues. Winona Health adheres to ALL pertinent governmental policies and legislation including the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title VII, as amended, and the Minnesota Human Rights Act.

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