HOSPICE CERTIFIED NURSING ASSISTANT - HOSPICE AIDE
Company: Gentiva
Location: Oak Brook
Posted on: October 22, 2024
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Job Description:
Our CompanyGentiva Hospice is a member of the Gentiva family -
an industry leader in hospice, palliative, home health, and
personal home care. Our place is by the side of those who need us,
offering physical, spiritual and emotional support to patients and
their families so they may make the most of every moment. We
believe that better care for caregivers and clinicians means better
care for everyone, so we offer ongoing professional training, lower
nurse-to-patient ratios, and comprehensive benefits for eligible
employees. Here, you'll join gifted colleagues who make a lasting
difference in people's lives every day.OverviewJoin us to make a
difference when life matters mostWe believe every day is an
opportunity to make care more personal and life more comfortable.
That's why we offer personal care, palliative care and hospice to
give people the care they need with dignity, grace, and love.As a
Full Time Hospice Aide, you will be eligible for:Competitive
PayMedical, Dental, Vision PlansWellness Program and Resources
including:A dedicated Accolade Care Coordinator for personalized
care management support of all your healthcare needsTelemedicine
ProgramType 2 Diabetes Management Program via Virta HealthA
complete Joint and Spine Program with concierge services via Nimble
OrthopedicsGenerous Paid Time Off (plan increases with tenure) and
7 paid holidaysPre-tax FSA and HSA plans (HSA w/company
contributions)401(k) with company matching contributionsCareer
growth opportunities available at both the branch and corporate
levelsOne on One Onboarding Program with a Nurse PreceptorFree
Continuing Education UnitsTuition Program that includes:Access to
280+ program at 25+ learning partnersOnline classes with flexible
start datesTuition reimbursementCompany paid life and long-term
disability insuranceVoluntary long-term care, critical illness,
accident insurance, and pet insuranceLocal and national award
programsReferral bonus programMileage reimbursement or Fleet
ProgramFinancial assistance program supporting teammates in times
of needAs a Hospice Aide/ Certified Nursing Assistant, you
will:Report directly to the Administrator, Executive Director or
Patient Care Manager Senior and function under the direction,
instruction and supervision of the Registered Nurse and/or Clinical
Supervisor.Help the patient to maintain good personal
hygiene.Assist in maintaining a safe and healthy
environment.Prepare and serve light meals.Assist in feeding patient
when needed.Assist the patient in ambulation.Assist with the safe
use of a walker or wheelchair as taught and supervised by the
nurse.Assist with light housekeeping tasks such as emptying trash
and changing linens.Assist with certain treatments as ordered on
the aide plan of care and as allowable in state-specific
regulations.Attempt to promote patient's mental alertness through
involvement in activities of interest.Give basic emotional and
psychological support to the patient and other members of the
household.Report any change in the patient's mental or physical
condition or home situation to the Registered Nurse and members of
the interdisciplinary team.Demonstrate basic care to the primary
caregiver.Practice infection control measures and standard
precautions.Provide accurate documentation with visit
itinerariesAttend staff meetings.Participate in at least one
Quality Improvement activity yearly, as assigned by
supervisor.Complete documentation in a timely manner as outlined in
orientation.About YouHospice Aide/ CNA Requirements:Hospice heart:
compassionate, kind and empathetic to your patients and their
families.Comfortable providing care wherever the patient calls
"home".Demonstrate flexibility and composure while supporting
others in a time of crisis.Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
license.Six (6) months of patient care experience in hospice, home
health, ICU, geriatric, or oncology strongly preferred.Additional,
preferred experience to help you be successful in a hospice role:
hospital Staff RN, Med Surg, PACU, Float pool, ER or emergency
room, critical care, acute care, cardiac, geriatric, admissions,
wound care, telemetry, nursing home or travel.Current driver's
license and automobile insurance.Current CPR certificationGentiva
is a family of industry-leading hospice, palliative and personal
care providers. With more than 430 locations and thousands of
compassionate clinicians across 36 states, our place is by the side
of those who need us, offering assistance with daily living and
helping patients and their families manage the physical, emotional
and spiritual effects of serious illness or a terminal diagnosis.
Gentiva's corporate headquarters is in Atlanta, Georgia, with
providers delivering care across the U.S.Members of the Gentiva
family include Gentiva Hospice, Hospice Plus, Kindred Hospice, New
Century Hospice, Regency SouthernCare, SouthernCare Hospice
Services, SouthernCare New Beacon, Empatia Palliative Care; Gentiva
Personal Care, Girling Personal Care, The Home Option and Victorian
Home Care.Home Health Aide, Home Health Aid, Certified Nursing
Assistant, HHA Weekly Pay, CNA Weekly Pay, HHA, CNA, Hospice Aide,
Hospice Aid, Nurse AssistantWe OfferComprehensive Benefits Package:
Health Insurance, 401k Plan, Tuition Reimbursement, PTOOpportunity
to Participate In a Fleet ProgramCompetitive SalariesMileage
ReimbursementProfessional Growth and Development
OpportunitiesLegaleseThis is a safety-sensitive positionEmployee
must meet minimum requirements to be eligible for benefitsWhere
applicable, employee must meet state specific requirementsWe are
proud to be an EEO employerWe maintain a drug-free workplaceReqID:
2024-113032Category: ClinicalPosition Type: Full-TimeCompany:
Gentiva HospiceType of Service: Hospice Only
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