Find Jobs
Find Jobs Near You – Available Work in Your Location
Certified Nursing Assistant - Hospice
Career Insights for Nursing Assistant
See where this job fits in the broader career landscape. Knowing your career path helps you see what's possible from here.
Scorecard
Based on Pennsylvania data
Review key factors to help you decide if this role fits your goals. How is this calculated?
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.
$39,212 / year median in Pennsylvania
-8% projected decline
Job Description
Responsibilities may include:
Performing duties as outlined in the plan of care. Effectively communicating updates and changes to patient's status to the supervising RN. Maintaining a safe patient environment. Providing emotional support and compassionate care to patients and families. Maintaining current patient records and progress notes. Working as a member of the interdisciplinary team.Requirements for this position include:
Current CNA certification. At least 18 years of age. High school diploma or GED. Valid driver's license, car insurance and reliable transportation. Willingness to travel throughout assigned service area. Can push, lift or carry up to 50 lbs. and can climb, balance, kneel and crouch.What ViaQuest can offer you:
Comprehensive training including patient visits with a preceptor and Brightree and Elsevier training. Benefit package for full-time employees (including medical, vision, dental, disability and life insurance and a 401k). Paid-time off. Premium holiday pay. Mileage reimbursement. A variety of flexible schedules. Employee referral bonus program. About ViaQuest Hospice To learn more about ViaQuest Hospice please visit http://www.viaquesthospice.com From Our Employees To You https://viaquesthospice.com/careers/Pay:
$18.50 - $20.50 per hourBenefits:
401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insuranceWork Location:
In personBenefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 401(k) Plans
- Bonuses/Stipends
- Health Insurance