CNA / Certified Nursing Assistant - Hospice Aide Job at BrightSpring Health Services, Johnston, IA

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  • BrightSpring Health Services
  • Johnston, IA

Job Description

Hospice CNA Opportunity

Hospice of the Midwest is seeking a passionate, dedicated Hospice CNA to join our team in Johnston/Des Moines, IA. Our hospice CNAs provide dignity, comfort, and support at a critical time in people's lives. If you're ready to work in a supportive, fulfilling environment where your skills and empathy truly shine, apply today!

How YOU will benefit:

  • Provide 1:1 care to make a lasting impact on patients and families
  • Greater work/life balance with flexible scheduling options
  • Less time on your feet compared to other settings
  • Ability to work independently while also having team support
  • Job stability and regular advancement opportunities with a growing company

As a Hospice CNA You will:

  • Personal Care : Help with bathing, dressing, toileting, mobility, and repositioning
  • Monitor & Report: Observe and report changes in the patient's condition
  • Mobility: Assist with ambulation, transfers, ROM exercises and safe equipment use
  • Medication Assistance: Help with self-administered medications per state regulations
  • Emotional Support: Offer companionship and comfort to patients and families
  • Light Housekeeping: Change linens, assist with meals, and maintain a clean space
  • Documentation: Maintain accurate and timely documentation
  • Team Participation: Collaborate with hospice interdisciplinary team

*Benefits may vary by employment status

Qualifications
  • Meets the training requirements of the State
  • Completed a minimum of 75 hours of classroom and supervised practical training 16 hours of classroom must be completed prior to a mandatory 16 hours of practical training
  • Minimum of six months experience including providing personal care
  • At least 18 years of age
  • Ability to read and follow written instructions and document care given
  • Understands hospice philosophy, comfortable providing care to the terminally ill
  • Satisfactory references from previous employers
  • Ability to work with little direct supervision
  • Secure with issues of death/dying
  • Provides a calm manner when in a patient's home
  • Possess and maintains current CPR certification
  • Demonstrates tact, patience, and good personal hygiene
  • Successfully completes a probationary period
  • This probationary period is to ensure the aide is competent in the above qualifications and is documented by the supervisor and the employee
  • Strong oral and written communication skills
  • Good organizational skills
About Our Line of Business

At Hospice of the Midwest, our primary ambition is to bring first-class care to the warmest and most serene environment possible: home. We provide the full spectrum of hospice services, thoughtfully tailored to the individual needs of patients and families. Hospice of the Midwest, an affiliate of BrightSpring Health Services, is grounded in a foundational commitment to providing exceptional patient care and championing our agency leadership and teams. We are proud to have expert clinicians and caregivers on our team. We are confident you will find purpose, meaning and a chance to make a positive impact from day one.

Job Tags

16 hours, Flexible hours,

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