Hospice CNA

Hospice Nursing Assistant CNA | Full-Time | Monday - Friday 8a-4:30p | North Branch MN area.

The Nursing Assistant, CNA is responsible for providing personal care and designated health-related services as outlined in the clients care plan. This position is responsible for following the direction of the nursing staff by following the individualized care plan for the clients they care for.

About Us:

Ecumen Hospice North Branch is hiring a Hospice CNA providing services in Chisago County and East Central Minnesota. The Ecumen Hospice North Branch team focuses on providing life honoring care for patients north of the Twin Cities metro area - including, but not limited to: Isanti, Chisago and Pine counties. The Ecumen Hospice mission is to provide care that exceeds the expectations of those that find themselves in the later stages of life by providing a level of comfort and quality of life that makes each person feel honored and supported as their life continues to have significance.

Join Ecumen, a leading nonprofit senior living provider committed to advocating for older adults through exceptional housing, compassionate healthcare, and innovative services. With over 160 years of experience, we proudly rank as Minnesota's 8th largest senior living organization. Be part of a team that makes a meaningful impact, supporting our mission to serve older adults, while fostering inclusivity and belonging in everything we do.

Opportunity Details:

• Schedule: Full-Time. 8a-4:30p. Monday - Friday. 40 hours per week.
• Pay: The targeted pay range for this job is $19.00 - $23.50 per hour.
  
  
  
  • Ecumen considers a variety of factors when determining new hire pay including experience, qualifications, and, when applicable, certifications, licenses, and education.
  
  
  
  
• Benefits: Ecumen offers a comprehensive benefits package to our full-time team members including medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life & disability insurance, paid time off benefits, a generous 6% 401(k) match, and other well-being resources. Learn more at https://www.ecumen.org/find-a-career/benefits/.

Essential Job Responsibilities:

1. Assists with treatments and activities of daily living per individualized care plan including:
   
   
   
   • Dressing, grooming, bathing, eating, toileting, ambulation, transferring;
   • Assists with AM and HS cares including oral care as needed;
   • Incontinence care;
   • Assistive devices, glasses and hearing aids;
   • Medication administration as delegated by the RN
   
   
   
   
2. Provides physical care to residents according to established procedures and performance standards including Activities of Daily Living (ADL's). Monitors vital signs and providing Range of Motion exercises in a manner that encourages independence and dignity. Assists with adaptive equipment.
3. Responds appropriately to all safety hazards, requests and reassignment of duties.
4. Reports changes in patient's physical condition, behavior and level of independent functioning to the nurse.
5. Reports pertinent information and concerns regarding patients, families, and staff to appropriate personnel.
6. Accurately completes required documentation.
7. Partners effectively with others in a demanding and changing environment, supports all team members within the community as directed by the Registered Nurse.
8. Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Required Qualifications:

• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Certified Nursing Assistant certificate
• Ability to communicate effectively in both verbal and written formats
• Able to follow all safety rules, regulations, policies and procedures of the facility including but not limited to: Vulnerable Adult and Abuse Policy, HIPAA, Resident's Bill of Rights, Universal Precaution, AWAIR, OSHA, Right to know, SDS, ADA, HUD Policy and Procedures, Fair Housing laws and regulations.

Preferred Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalency
• One year experience as a CNA
• Experience working with Seniors