Hospice Aide

Job Description

Job Description

Are you a  CNA with great compassion and concern for patients? Do you have experience in hospice services? If so, James River Home Health and Hospice may be looking for you! We are seeking a  Hospice Aide/CNA  to support our patients in their homes as part of our care team. 

Pay: $18.00-22.00 hourly based on experience

What’s in it for you?

• Competitive Pay 
• Company-Paid Tablet + Company-Paid Cell Phone
• Flexible Schedules
• GENEROUS time-off package: 21 Days off (15 PTO Days and 6 Paid Holidays) Accrues on Day! (PTO policy rewards longevity with increases each year)
• Competitively priced health plan, vision, and dental, partially employer paid!
• Company-paid short and long-term disability and life insurance (up to $50,000 in coverage)
• 401K with employer match
• Career advancement opportunities
• Proactive Health Management Wellness Program (PHMP)
• We Pay for CPR Recertification!

Brief Overview of Responsibilities: 

• Perform personal care services (bathing, dressing, toileting, feeding, etc) as instructed in the Aide Plan of Care.
• Document the care provided according to the agency policy
• Report any deviations from the Plan of Care to the Case Manager
• Take vital signs when indicated on the Hospice Aide plan of care
• Record and report changes in the patient's physical condition, behavior or appearance to the health care professional managing the patient’s care.
• Provide proper care and observation of patient’s skin conditions to prevent skin breakdowns. Report any changes or areas of concern to the Case Manager
• Assist with ambulation, transfers, range of motion, and other support as documented on the Aide plan of care.
• Assist the Registered Nurse in performing specialized procedures as directed by the Registered Nurse under the physician's orders.
• Participates in on-call duties as defined by the on-call policy
• Other duties as assigned
  

Qualifications: 

• Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) with the Virginia Department of Health Professions (Required)
• One year of experience as a CNA, Hospice Aide, or Home Health Aide. Home Health or Hospice experience is preferred
• At least one year of hospice experience is preferred.
• Graduate of an accredited nursing school.
• Must have a valid driver's license and a reliable, insured car available for use during work hours.

If you are interested and a caring, compassionate CNA who can make a difference in our patients' lives, we would be interested in meeting you!

"James River is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.”'

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