HOSPICE AIDE - CNA

At Liberty Hospice we understand the unique needs of our patients and families facing terminal illness. That is why Liberty Hospice provides our hospice patients with state-of-the-art care and pain management services, delivered by our specially trained staff with emphasis on strength, dignity and compassion.

Job Description

• Provide direct patient care of hospice services.
• Provide appropriate documentation as required.

Job Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalency.
• Successful completion of a Board of Nursing approved training and competency evaluation program.
• Current listing with the Division of Facility Services Registry.
• One year of patient care and record keeping experience in an acute care or custodial setting.
• Documented proof of at least 75 certified education hours.
• Ability to independently organize work and provide effective health care services to homebound patients through appropriate patient care, and document said care thoroughly, accurately, and completely on a timely basis.
• Accept travel and working conditions as assigned.
• Working knowledge of the principles of safe and appropriate personal care and practice of company policies and procedures, to include effective communication skills (oral and written) and CPR certification.
• Minimum of 12 hours of continuing education annually.