About this role
- $14.49 - $18.11 Hourly
- Choice of PPO or HSA medical plans with free telehealth.
- Paid time off.
- Up to $1,000 in free healthcare services with Amedisys HSA plan.
- Up to $500 in wellness rewards for activities-use for spa, gym, sports, hobbies, pets and more.
- Mental health support with up to five free counseling sessions through the Employee Assistance program.
- 401(k) with a company match.
- Family support with infertility treatment coverage, adoption reimbursement, paid parental and family caregiver leave.
- Fleet vehicle program (restrictions apply) and mileage reimbursement.
- And more.
Responsibilities
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Obtains temperature, pulse, blood pressure and respiration.
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Maintains a clean, safe, and healthy environment.
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Assists patient with getting in and out of bed, bathing, hygiene, and toileting.
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Prepares and provides and/or assists with meals.
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Performs light homemaking and other environmental services.
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Observes, reports, and documents any changes in patient status.
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Understands basic elements of body functioning and reports changes in patient's body functions as indicated.
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Recognizes emergency situations and implements appropriate emergency procedures per care center policy.
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Follows care center procedures regarding infection prevention and control, handling of hazardous waste and safety measures.
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Follows specific written instructions for personal care in accordance with the plan of care.
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Assists patient with prescribed exercises as instructed per nurse or therapist.
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Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
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High school diploma or equivalent.
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Current state certification (or registration) as a nurse assistant as per state certification/registration requirements.
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CNA experience within the last two years. If it has been more than two years, you must complete another training and competency program before providing services.
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Must be able to successfully pass the competency program of the care center.
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Current CPR certification.
Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several U.S. geographic markets and may vary depending on location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.
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.
Other facts
About Amedisys, Inc.
Since 2011, Beacon Hospice has been part of the Amedisys family. With a long tradition of care, Beacon Hospice continues to serve patients and families across the Connecticut, Massachusetts, Maine, New Hampshire and Rhode Island areas.
Hospice is a gift – it gives people who are facing a life-limiting illness the freedom to live all the days of their lives by offering comfort, dignity, quality of life and time. Beacon Hospice is centered on caring for the whole person – with expert medical care, pain management as well as emotional and spiritual support for you – along with resources, information and emotional support for your family and caregivers. Hospice care is 100% covered by Medicare, as well as by most Medicaid and commercial insurances.
What you'll do
- Responsibilities include obtaining vital signs, maintaining a clean and safe environment, and assisting patients with daily living activities such as bathing, hygiene, and mobility. The aide must also prepare meals, perform light homemaking, and accurately observe, report, and document any changes in patient status.
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