Hospice Aide/CNA - Cumming, United States - Heart of Hospice North Atlanta

    Heart of Hospice North Atlanta
    Heart of Hospice North Atlanta Cumming, United States

    2 weeks ago

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    Job Description

    We are hiring for a Hospice Aide / CNA.

    At Heart of Hospice North Atlanta, a part of LHC Group, we embrace a culture of caring, belonging, and trust and enjoy the meaningful connections that come from it: for the whole patient, their families, each other, and the communities we serve—it truly is all about helping people. You can find a home for your career here.

    As a Hospice Aide/CNA, you can expect:

    • opportunities to build trusted relationships as you care & connect with people of all ages.
    • flexibility for true work-life balance
    • continuing education and tuition reimbursement
    • career mobility and growth opportunities

    If you have a passion for care and want to strengthen your healthcare career, this is a great opportunity for you.


    The Hospice Aide Under the direction and ongoing supervision of a registered nurse, provides personal direct patient care services as established and delegated in the Plan of Care daily.

    • Reports after patient encounter to the Executive Director, or designee, regarding the patient's condition or environment, following the Care Management process on as needed basis.
    • Provides assistance with the following ADLs during each patient visit: mobility, transfers, walking, grooming, bathing, dressing or undressing, eating or toileting.
    • Performs incidental household services essential to the patient's health care at home conducting household services that are necessary to prevent or postpone institutionalization on as needed basis.
    • Participates in QAPI plan or process identifying any problems and reporting administrator on a daily or as needed basis.
    • Provides emotional support & compassionate care to the patient & family on regular basis.

    License Requirements

    • Successful completion of a competency evaluation prior to patient care.
    • Current CPR certification requirements.
    • Current driver's license, vehicle insurance, and access to a dependable vehicle or public transportation.

    Additional State Specific Requirements

    • GA: Required to meet at least one of the following: Georgia certified nursing aide with current certification, or Individuals who have completed and can provide validation or documentation of completion of a home health aide training and competency evaluation program conducted in a Medicare-certified home health agency. The program must be conducted through classroom and supervised practical training totaling at least 75 hours.

    Skill Requirements

    • Mature and able to deal effectively with the demands of a hospice aide position.
    • Must be able to read, write, and carry out directions promptly and accurately.