Home Health Aide (HHA) Job Description
Shalom Hospice treats patients, their families, and each other with respect, dignity, and compassion. We strive to provide stability and quality of life for our patients, families, and associates. We work to maintain the highest standards of care and service for our patients, families, and valued employees. We are proud to Offer: Competitive Salaries Comprehensive Healthcare Benefits Paid Time Off Mileage Reimbursement Opportunities to advance and grow your career And More! If working with people who are dedicated, compassionate, and concerned about their patients is essential to you, then you'll appreciate being a part of our team. We've built a strong reputation for the dignified care and compassionate care that we provide. Shalom Hospice is an Equal Opportunity Employer EEO/AA/M/F/DV Responsibilities: Great new Career Opportunity in Hospice! Now Hiring - Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - Independence, MO Hours: M-F 8;30am-5 pm This Certified Nursing Assistant will be responsible for, but not limited to: Provides or assists in ADL activities; personal hygiene, grooming, mouth, skin care, and nails. Assists in toileting; positioning and transfer activities, frequent turning, and positioning of a bed-bound resident/ patient. Assists with the prescribed exercise and ROM activities which the resident/patient and Hospice aide have been taught by the Hospice Nurse. Assists with light housekeeping of individual's area/ room, including changing of bed linen, if needed Feeds and assists with meals. Obtains temperature, pulse, and respirations as supervised by the Hospice Nurse. Reports any changes in resident's/patient's condition to the Hospice Nurse and, if in a facility, to the facility nurse and documents the information in the hospice software. Assists or reminds the patient to take medication, in compliance with regulations of appropriate regulatory and accrediting bodies. Qualifications: Education: High School Diploma or equivalent Professional Experience: Must have a State Certified CNA license or experience as a nurses assistant No experience is necessary but 1 year, preferred Must be willing to travel Must have a valid driver's license and reliable transportation