Certified Nursing Aide (CNA) - Flex Shift

Job Description

Job Description

Western Montana’s Only Dedicated In-Patient Hospice Center

As the Clinical Care Provider for the Hope Hospice Center, Partners In Home Care is dedicated to delivering compassionate, expert care that upholds the dignity, comfort, and unique needs of every patient and their loved ones.

Department: Hope Hospice Center

Employment Type : Flex shift 24-36/hrs per week.

Schedule : 12-hr shifts, days vary; Day shift- 6am-6pm. Night shift- 6pm-6am.

The Flex Shift CNA position is designed to provide additional staffing flexibility based on patient census, acuity, and operational needs of the Hospice Center. The position includes a regularly scheduled bid of a minimum of 24 hours per week or .6 FTE and an additional 12 hours per week or .9 FTE of flex shift availability.

Flex shift positions are established based on the staffing needs of the Hospice Center and are intended to assist the organization in maintaining appropriate staffing while responding to fluctuations in patient census and care needs.

Job Description

Your role as a CNA is not just a job but a heartfelt opportunity to provide comfort and support to those nearing the end of life. Our CNA’s provide personal healthcare and related services to patients in the Hope Hospice Center. This position is vital in creating a safe and clean environment, working cooperatively with patients and their families. Our CNAs are key members of each patient’s care team, committed to making a meaningful difference daily. 

Core Responsibilities 

• Patient-Centered Care: Provide personal care in various settings the patient prefers, including homes, nursing homes, assisted living facilities, eldercare facilities or community partner’s inpatient care settings.
• Observation and Reporting: Act as the “eyes and ears” for the broader hospice team, observing the patient’s condition and reporting any changes or concerns.
• Team Collaboration: Work alongside passionate healthcare professionals, providing a supportive and compassionate environment for patients and their families.
• Personal Hygiene Assistance: Help with the patient’s personal hygiene needs, including bathing, dressing, grooming, and oral/mouth care.
• Light Housekeeping: Perform light housekeeping tasks related to the patient, such as making the patient’s bed and tidying the patient’s immediate environment.
• Adaptability: Be flexible and adaptable, ready to adjust to changing patient needs and care requirements.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Current CNA certification
• Valid driver’s license, reliable personal vehicle, and appropriate auto insurance
• Ability to work independently, communicate effectively, and follow a plan of care
• Commitment to compassionate, patient-centered service

Flex Shift Position Requirements

A Flex Shift CNA must maintain a regularly scheduled bid of at least 24 hours per week and provide an additional 12 hours per week of flex shift availability.

To be eligible for and remain in a flex shift position, the employee must meet the scheduling requirements established for the position, including one or more of the following, as applicable:

• Maintain a regularly scheduled bid of at least 24 hours per week and accept an additional 12 hours per week flex shift obligation; or
• If regularly scheduled for more than 24 hours per week, be willing to have scheduled hours reduced to a minimum of 24 hours per week based on Center staffing needs and census.

What We Offer:

We have a large variety of benefits and unique programs to help support our staff to maintain a happy, healthy work-life balance.

• Generous Paid Time Off
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, & Vision - Beginning the first of the month following your start date. No months of waiting!
• Supplemental Insurance, FSA, & HSA Account Options
• 401k Retirement Plan with Company Match
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Annual Training Budget for Personal Development
• Employee Assistance Program, Legal and ID Protection, Pet Insurance, Financial Wellness Program, and many more!

Ready to join a team committed to excellence? Apply today!

Partners In Home Care is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status