Personal Care Specialist (CNA/STNA) - Full-Time Nights

Job Description

Job Description

Join a compassionate team dedicated to providing exceptional end-of-life care in an inpatient hospice setting. As a Personal Care Specialist, you will play a vital role in supporting patients and their families by delivering personalized care with dignity, respect, and empathy.

Schedule & Location

• Full-Time, Night Shift
• Hours: 6:30 PM – 7:00 AM
• Every third weekend required
• Based at the Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center inpatient hospice unit

What You'll Do

As a Personal Care Specialist, you will work closely with patients, families, nurses, and interdisciplinary team members to ensure comfort and quality of life during the hospice journey. Responsibilities include:

• Assisting patients with daily personal care activities and comfort measures
• Supporting families with patient care needs and education
• Observing and reporting changes in patient condition to the care team
• Maintaining accurate electronic documentation of care provided
• Promoting a safe, respectful, and compassionate environment for patients and loved ones
• Collaborating with clinical staff to deliver individualized care plans

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required
• Ohio State Tested Nursing Assistant (STNA) or Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) preferred
• At least one year of healthcare or direct patient care experience preferred
• Hospice and Palliative Nursing Assistant Certification (CHPNA) preferred; certification support is available for eligible employees
• Basic computer proficiency and ability to complete electronic documentation
• Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record
• Current automobile insurance meeting state requirements
• Ability to successfully complete a criminal background screening
• Ability to pass a 10-panel drug screening

Why Join Our Team?

We value our employees and offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, well-being, and professional growth:

• Competitive compensation
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance options
• Company-paid life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage
• Generous paid time off
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching contributions up to 5%
• Tuition reimbursement opportunities
• Hospice certification preparation and pay incentives for certification achievement
• Initial scrub allowance provided
• Mileage reimbursement when applicable
• Dedicated preceptor support during onboarding and training
• Continuing education and professional development programs
• Advancement opportunities within a mission-driven organization

Ohio’s Hospice offers opportunity, advancement and a great foundation for growth to energetic people looking to serve our mission. Those who join our team are committed to providing superior care and service so our patients and their families can celebrate life. We provide our staff members with the resources and support to contribute and make a difference in the lives of patients and families every day. Come join a group of people that are wildly passionate about taking care of our patients and each other!

As a member of our team, you'll have a chance to impact many lives. You may find a deeper meaning in your work or rediscover why you chose your profession in the first place. The passion you may have been missing in previous workplaces can be found at Ohio's Hospice of Central Ohio.

Ohio’s Hospice complies with applicable Federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, or sex.

Ohio’s Hospice is proud to be platinum certified through SAGECare, which provides training and consulting on LGBT aging issues to service providers. Ohio’s Hospice welcomes those in the LGBT community to join our team.