Home Health & Hospice Aide, CNA

Home Health & Hospice AideWe understand that finding a place to belong is important. At Wesley, we care about your development, we are committed to continuous improvement, and we all grow together.Wesley is a place where your energy and enthusiasm are welcome and your talents are developed. A place where you feel recognized, valued and rewarded. A place where you can dedicate yourself to caring for others, knowing that you are part of an organization that is equally dedicated to caring for you and your career.Our Total Rewards philosophy takes a balanced approach, designed to support employees at every stage of their career journey. We review our offerings annually to ensure they remain meaningful. In addition to competitive wages and a commitment to pay equity, we offer the following benefits and other compensation:Health & Insurance BenefitsEmployees, and their families if elected, can participate in medical insurance (full time and ACA eligible), dental (full time), vision (full time) and group life (employee only coverage - full time).Time Off & HolidaysWe offer a combined paid time off (PTO) policy which incorporates state paid sick leave with company paid time off at an accrual rate of 0.0607 per hour worked, equivalent to 120 hours of PTO at 2,080 hours worked in a year. The PTO accrual rate increases after two years of service and again after five years of service.We offer 6 Paid Holidays (8 hours - full time, 6 hours - part-time per event, excluding on-call staff) and 1 Personal Holiday of Choice per year (excluding on-call staff).Retirement & Financial Well-BeingRetirement planning is encouraged through our 403(b) plan that includes a generous 100% company match on the first 4% of earnings an employee contributes. There is a 5-year vesting schedule for the company match, and minors are ineligible for the company match.Gain access to your net earnings when you need it with on-demand pay through Dayforce Wallet.Perks & WellnessTo assist employees with challenges outside of the workplace, Wesley offers an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), which is 100% company paid. Additionally, Wesley Community Foundation provides grants to qualifying employees for both emergency assistance and educational advancement.A food and beverage discount of 50% is available to all employees at any Wesley bistro and marketplace.Recognition That MattersThe efforts and contributions of our valued employees are celebrated on our best-in-class recognition and reward platform, Inspire. Points earned for assorted reasons may be redeemed for a variety of merchandise, gift cards, cash cards, tickets, travel and other experiences selected by the employee.Enrich the lives of older adults through community, choice, and continuing care in the Home Health & Hospice Aide role. The Home Health & Hospice Aide provides individualized, compassionate personal care and supportive services to patients in their homes under the supervision of a Registered Nurse or licensed clinical professional and in accordance with the Plan of Care. This role supports patients with activities of daily living (ADLs), comfort measures, and safety needs to promote dignity, quality of life, and independence during home health or end-of-life care. Find your sense of belonging at Wesley!You will provide continuing care through these responsibilities:Patient Care & SupportAssist patients with activities of daily living (ADLs) including bathing, grooming, toileting, dressing, and mobility.Provide comfort-focused care for hospice patients, including positioning, skin integrity support, and personal hygiene.Assist with safe transfers and ambulation using appropriate equipment and techniques.Perform basic household tasks related to patient care (e.g., light meal preparation, tidying patient areas, laundering patient linens)Support patients' emotional, psychological, and spiritual comfort in alignment with hospice philosophy.Encourage patient independence and respect patient rights, preferences, and cultural values.Other duties and projects as assigned.Clinical & Observation DutiesMeasure and record vital signs, intake/output, and other observations as delegated and trained.Observe, document, and report changes in patient condition to the supervising nurse promptly.Always follow the patient's individualized care plan and agency policies.Assist with nurse-delegated tasks when authorized and trained under Washington State Nurse Delegation laws.Documentation & CommunicationComplete accurate and timely documentation of care provided per agency standards.Communicate effectively with patients, families, nurses, and interdisciplinary team members.Participate in care team meetings, in-services, and required training.Safety & ComplianceMaintain strict adherence to infection control and safety procedures.Follow all applicable company, federal, state, and agency regulations.Maintain patient confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA regulations.Our requirements and qualifications for success:Driving is an essential function and/or a legitimate business purpose of this position; therefore, a valid driver's license is required as a condition of employment.Active Nursing Assistant certification in Washington StateWashington State Food Worker Card within 14 days of hireCPR and First Aid certification within 30 days of hireAbility to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.Physical ability to perform job duties, including lifting, bending, standing, and transferring patients.Prior experience in home health, hospice, long-term care, or assisted livingPrior experience with end-of-life care and comfort-focused servicesPhysical, environmental, and mental requirements:Work performed primarily in private homes which includes residences within a retirement community and off campus in the general community serviced.Frequent standing, walking, bending, lifting, and transferring.Exposure to varying home environmentsEmotional resilience required when caring for terminally ill patients and families.Salary Range: $24.44 to $28.89 per hourREQ Code # WHHPJSC