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Hospice CNA
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What they do
A Nursing Assistant provides hospital and nursing home patients with basic care and assists them with daily activities. Helps patients with dressing, washing, and feeding. May perform basic medical care under the direction of a nurse or other medical professional. These roles typically require completion of a regional agency-approved training program in order to obtain a certification before practicing.
$44,105 / year median in Massachusetts
+9% projected growth
Job Description
Experience & Education:
Must hold an active and unencumbered Certified Nursing Assistant license in this state. Must be comfortable in patients' settings (skilled nursing, hospitals, homes, etc.) Must have at least one year of experience as a CNA.Duties & Responsibilities:
Performing personal care needs per plan of care, including bathing, feeding, and dressing. Providing patients and families with a positive communication chain and a friendly and professional environment. Meet the safety needs of the patient using equipment safely and properly. Planning and preparing nutritious meals, including shopping, as assigned. Taking and recording oral, rectal, and auxiliary temperatures, pulse, respiration, and blood pressure when ordered with appropriate completed/demonstrated skills competency. Providing proper care and observation of the patient's skin. Assessing and reporting on the patient's condition and significant changes to the Case Manager. Assisting in ambulation and exercise as instructed by the hospice nurse or therapist. Provide normal range of motion and transfers/positioning as directed.Benefits:
Competitive and Weekly Pay Holiday Pay for Hourly and Salaried Employees Overtime Pay for Hourly Employees Career Advancement Opportunities Exclusive Employer Discount Program Available forEligible Team Members:
Employer-Paid Life Insurance 401(k) with Employer Match Vacation and Personal Time Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance We are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity at all levels. All individuals are encouraged to apply. Our agency follows federal and state guidelines regarding staff vaccinations. Our policy requires all staff to be up to date with COVID and flu vaccinations, or acknowledge a declination of the vaccination(s).Benefits
- 401(k) Plans
- Other Retirement and Savings
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance