Hospice Aide – Medical Services of America (MSA) – West Jefferson, NC

Medi Home Health and Hospice, a proud member of the MSA family, currently seeks an experienced, Full-Time Hospice Aide for our patients in West Jefferson, NC.

This position is responsible for providing support services, under the supervision of the appropriate professional staff that assists the patient or family in the achievement of physical and emotional comfort. Provides personal care and activities of daily living assistance as needed. Other responsibilities include:

  • Provides personal care and activities of daily living per plan of care.
  • Applies safety principles and proper body mechanics to the performance of specific techniques of personal and supportive care such as ambulation of patients, transferring patients, assisting with the normal range of motion and positioning, and completing limited household chores.
  • Prepares and provides adequate nutrition and fluid intake. Provides medically prescribed diets under supervision.
  • Observes and reports changes in patient condition or expectations of service promptly to a skilled nurse via telephone and documents communication in clinical note in the Electronic Medical Record (EMR).

Job Requirements

  • High school diploma or General Education Degree (GED) required.
  • Documented completion of a state recognized Certified Nursing Assistant course.
  • Valid Certified Nursing Assistant certification as required by the state, valid driver’s license and company required auto-liability insurance.

MSA offers competitive pay and excellent benefits:

  • Generous paid time off
  • Medical/Prescription, Dental & Vision Insurance and other benefits (STD, LTD, Accident & Sickness, additional life insurance, etc.)
  • Company paid employee life insurance
  • 401(k) retirement with a generous company match
  • Opportunities for advancement
  • Many other great benefits

MSA is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off

Medical Specialty:

  • Hospice & Palliative Medicine

Education:

  • High school or equivalent (Preferred)

License/Certification:

  • CNA (Preferred)
  • Driver’s License (Preferred)

Work Location:

  • On the road

Company’s website:

  • www.MSAhealthcare.com

Source: Indeed.com
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