Hospice Aide CNA

Company: Amedisys
Location: Woburn
Posted on: November 26, 2022

Job Description:

Hospice CNA - Certified Nursing AssistantCompassionate Care Hospice, AmedisysCaregiving is our CallingAt Amedisys whether we're caring for patients directly or supporting those who do, each of us is a caregiver at heart. Every team member contributes to our mission of providing exceptional, clinically distinct care in the home to thousands of patients and families every day.In hospice, you'll be a true advocate for patients at the end of life while maintaining autonomy and independence to support their needs.If you're looking for a home with a Nationwide Company where you can put your skills and experience to work, make a difference every day and pursue your goals for the future, join our team.Required

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Current state certification (or registration) as a nurse assistant as per state certification/registration requirements.
• Has not had a consecutive 24-month lapse in furnishing services for compensation; if so, the individual must complete another training and competency program before providing services.
• Meets federal/state requirements for this position. Hospice Aide (HA) competence will conform with requirements in the Medicare Conditions of Participation found in 42CFR 418.76. Must be able to successfully pass the competency program of the care center.
• Upon hire, will have completed one of the following:
• Training (at least 75-hours) and competency evaluation, the content of which addresses all subjects listed at 42CFR 418.76 (b) & (c).
• A competency evaluation program that meets the requirements of 42CFR 418.76 (c).
• A nurse aide (at least 75-hours) training and competency evaluation program approved by the State as meeting the requirements of - 483.151 through - 483.154, and is currently listed in good standing on the State nurse aide registry.
• A State licensure program [42CFR 418.76(a)(1)(iv)].
  • Current CPR certification.Preferred
    • Six (6+) months of direct patient experience within the timeframe of two (2) years, in an institution or care center setting.Amedisys is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified employees and applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, pregnancy, marital status, national origin, citizenship status, disability, military status, sexual orientation, genetic predisposition or carrier status or any other legally protected characteristic.Benefits and MoreAmedisys cares for our team members with the same commitment we have to our patients. This is reflected in the benefits we provide and the opportunities we make available to our team. Benefits for eligible employees include:
      • Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
      • Comprehensive Health Insurance Benefits (medical, dental, vision)
      • Health Savings Account, Health Reimbursement Account, and Flexible Spending Account options
      • Life, Disability, and Other Voluntary Benefits
      • 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with Company Matching Contributions
      • Discounted Employee Stock Purchase Plan
      • Continuing Education
      • Fleet car for eligible employees

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