Hospice Aide- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

About This Position Hospice Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)HopeHealth is seeking an experienced hospice aide to care for patients in their homes and in long-term care facilities in various territories in Massachusetts including in the Norwood to Attleboro area and surrounding communities.The hospice aide provides personal care and light housekeeping duties as directed by the plan of care. In this very special position, you will get to spend quality time with your patients providing them with the compassionate care they need. At HopeHealth hospice aides are a beloved member of the interdisciplinary hospice team.The duties of a hospice aide are planned and assigned by a professional nurse to meet the patient and family situation.This is a per diem position that is not eligible for benefitsWhat will you do as a Hospice Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)?Provides personal care and light housekeeping dutiesObserve, report, and document patient status and the care providedProvide compassionate support to patients, families and caregivers through on-going communicationFollow basic infection control proceduresReport basic elements of body functioning, recognize and report changes in patient's status to RN Case ManagerRecognize emergencies and has the knowledge of emergency procedures and their applicationMaintain patient and family confidentialityWhat are the qualifications for this job as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)?Certified Nurse Aide certificationHigh School Diploma or GED1-3 years of experience in home care and long-term care settings required.What are the job benefits?For your health and peace of mind:Medical, dental and vision insuranceRetirement plan with employer contributionPre-tax flexible spending account for healthcare and dependent careDisability coverageDiscounts on voluntary insurance programsLife and long-term-disability insuranceFor your wellbeing:* Earned time and paid holidays* A caring culture that supports your wellbeingFor your career:A robust orientation programEducational assistanceReimbursement for certificationsHopeHealth is an Equal Opportunity EmployerOur Commitment to Diversity, Equity and InclusionHopeHealth is committed to advancing diversity, equity and inclusion in the workspace. We believe that attracting, developing and empowering exceptional people will allow us to continue to deliver the best care for our patients and families.All qualified individuals - inclusive of race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age and ability - are warmly welcome at HopeHealth.per diemper diem