Certified Hospice Field Aide C.N.A.

Overview Rates starting at $19 per hour. We are offering a $6,000 Sign-On Bonus (to be paid throughout the first year of employment). Lutheran SeniorLife provides a comprehensive array of community based health and social service programs throughout western Pennsylvania. Our services include LIFE (Living Independence for the Elderly); skilled nursing, home health; personal care; adoption & foster care; assisted living; adult day services; memory care; hospice; palliative care; residential living; affordable housing; home safety monitoring; Meals on Wheels; rehabilitation services and private duty. Become part of the VNA Hospice team where you will be appreciated for providing in-home palliative and hospice services to people in Armstrong, Butler, and surrounding counties. Thrive by making a real difference in the lives of people who need your support and care during extensive treatment and also at end of life. Enjoy a great work culture, unique work options and schedules, while building heartfelt relationships with those needing personalized care. Provides personal care to patients/clients under the direction of the nurse and/or as requested by the client. Qualifications High school diploma or general education degree (GED); At least two (2) years’ experience as a nurse’s aide in a hospital, skilled nursing facility, home health agency or as an independent provider in a person’s home. Certification as a Nurse’s Aide in a curriculum of at least 75 hours including no less than 16 hours of practical experience and meeting the requirements set forth in Federal Register Section 484.36A OR currently registered as a Nurse’s Aide by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania or experience as a Nurse’s Aide in a hospital, skilled nursing facility, personal care residence, home health agency or as an independent provider in a person’s home. Independently visit patients/clients in their homes, must have dependable transportation with a valid driver’s license. CPR certified. Working knowledge of computers, Microsoft Word and Excel required. Successful completion of the Home Health Aide/Personal Attendant competency evaluation including a satisfactory rating in all skill areas and 85% or higher on the written examination. Benefits Lutheran SeniorLife offers growth opportunities and a variety of benefits including but not limited to: based on employment status FREE Benefit Model for Full-time Employees Includes: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability. (No per-pay contributions for Single Coverage) Competitive Wages, Hiring Incentives, Generous Paid Time Off, Bereavement Leave & Paid Holidays Low-Cost Benefit Model for Eligible Part-time Employees Includes: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Long-Term Disability Additional Medical, Dental, Vision Options for Employees and Family Members Voluntary Suite of Benefits Available at Low Group Rates including Short-Term Disability, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Identity Theft Protection, Legal Services, Pet Insurance, and Additional Life Insurance Options Immediate eligibility to participate in the employer sponsored retirement savings plan Optional enrollment in a Flexible Spending Account Total Wellness and WorkLife Balance resources, discounts, programs Tuition Reimbursement, Mileage Reimbursement or Vehicle Program for Eligible Employees Career Success - coaching, training, internships and recognition program Flexible Schedule – FT/PT Weekend and Week Day Positions, 3-12 Shifts and Casual Positions offered. Available to specific positions. Lutheran SeniorLife and its affiliates are equal opportunity employers.