Hospice Aide (CNA)
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| Job Type |
Full-time |
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| Job Status |
Interviewing |
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| Date Posted |
07/12/10 |
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| Location |
King of Prussia, PA |
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| Start Date |
July 12, 2010 |
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| Location Information |
Seasons Hospice- PA
700 S Henderson Road
Suite 225
King of Prussia,
PA
19406
Website: http://honoringlief-offeringhope.org
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| Job Description |
Seasons Hospice- PA is searching for a mature, professional, and experienced hospice aide to join our growing team. Interested applicants MUST exhibit a passion for hospice, enjoy working within a TEAM environment, eager to learn and grow within an organization, and maintain a professional demeanor with co-workers, patients, families, and referral sources. Please see the specific responsibilities below: Follows the interdisciplinary plan of care; is alert to the patient’s needs and concerns. 2. Provides personal care, including: bathing, dressing, grooming, caring for hair, nail care, oral hygiene, skin care, and foot care. 3. Assists patients in turning, getting up in a chair, or ambulation according to the plan of care. 4. Assists with elimination, including: bedpan, urinal, up to the bathroom, routine foley care and enemas according to the plan of care. 5. Assists patients with meals, if necessary.. 6. Performs simple procedures as an extension of therapeutic services in accordance with the interdisciplinary plan of care. 7. Observes patients when giving care and reports changes in the patient’s condition and needs to the Team Director or Primary RN. 8. May perform simple homemaking chores for the patient directly, meal preparation, light housekeeping, in the patient’s immediate area. 9. Completes appropriate documentation in a timely manner. 10. Participates in ongoing education programs. 11. Follows the policy of confidentiality regarding patients and families. 12. Demonstrates a compassionate attitude toward patients and families that is consistent with the hospice philosophy and mission. 13. Attends patient care conferences as requested by the Team Director. 14. Performs other related duties and special projects as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS: 1. Certified by the state(s) as a nurse’s aide, having completed a course and certified by the state. 2. Listed on the state aide registry with a clear record able to deliver care to patients in their own homes, nursing facilities, or hospitals. 3. Successfully completes the agency Home Health Aide Competency Exam with an 85% or better. 4. Must have reliable automobile, valid driver’s license, and the minimum state required liability auto insurance. 5. A compassionate attitude toward the care of the sick; the ability to read, write and carry out directions, maturity; and the ability to deal effectively with the demands of the job. 6. Demonstrated commitment to Seasons Hospice’s philosophy of care, values, mission statement and organizational culture. |
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| Qualifications |
PA- Certified Nursing Assistant
Current license, a MUST |
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| Compensation |
Starting at $13.00/hr |
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| Number of Openings |
2 |
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| Highest finished education |
High School |
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| How to Apply |
Applicants can apply three (3) ways:
1. Via our website at http://honoringlife-offeringhope.org, complete an online application and submit along with a current resume.
2. Send a cover letter and updated resume to our offices at: 700 S. Henderson Road, Suite 225, King of Prussia, PA 19406
3. Fax a cover letter and updated resume to: HRPA at 610-382-1799 |
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HRPA@seasons.org |
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