Hospice CNA

Explore opportunities with Central Missouri Hospice, a part of LHC Group, a leading post-acute care partner for hospitals, physicians and families nationwide. As members of the Optum family of businesses, we are dedicated to helping people feel their best, including our team members who create meaningful connections with patients, their families, each other and the communities we serve.

About the role

As the Home and Community Based Services Aide, you will provide support, assistance with personal hygiene and household functions for an individual to be able to remain in their own home.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and assist with daily living activities such as bathing, grooming, dressing, ambulation, and medication reminders
• Support household tasks, meal preparation, and accompany clients to appointments or errands as needed
• Monitor and document client condition, vital signs, and incidents; maintain confidentiality and use EVV system
• Ensure a safe environment, operate medical equipment properly, and respond promptly to client needs
• Ability to function in any home situation regardless of age, race, creed, color, sex, disability, or financial condition of the client

Requirements

• Current driver's license, vehicle insurance, and reliable transportation or access to public transportation

Qualifications

• Category III and IV (MO): Must have at least six (6) months paid work experience as an agency homemaker, nurse aide, maid or household worker, or at least one (1) year of experience in caring for children or for sick or aged individuals. Successful completion of formal training in the nursing arts, such as a nursing aide or home health aide, may be substituted for the qualifying experience.
• To qualify as an Advanced Personal Care Aide must be a competency evaluated home health aide having completed both written demonstration portions of the test required by the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services and 42 CFR 484.36; or have successfully worked for the provider for a minimum of three consecutive months while working at least fifteen hours per week as an in-home aide that has received personal care training.

Preferred Qualifications

• Current CPR certification or ability to complete within 90 days of hire
• 6+ months of home care experience
• Ability to work flexible hours and independently

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package
• Incentive and recognition programs
• Equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements)

Pay

The hourly pay for this role will range from $14.00 to $22.60 per hour based on full-time employment. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, and certifications.