Overview:
Good Shepherd Hospice is seeking a compassionate candidate for a CNA/HHA serving patients and their families in Ottawa and surrounding communities.
The ideal candidate must be passionate about providing quality care and excellent service to patients and their families.
- Previous experience in hospice, home health, or geriatrics preferred
Responsibilities:
- The CNA/HHA assists the patient and family in achieving physical and emotional comfort as outlined in the patient's plan of care
- Provides support services under the supervision of our clinical supervisors
- Promotes positive, supportive, respectful communication to patients and their families
Qualifications:
- Certified by the state of where services are being provided as a Certified Nursing
Assistant/Home Health Aide. - Minimum of one year of experience in hospice, home health or geriatric care preferred (but not required for the right candidate)
- Must be of high integrity including maintenance of confidential information including all patient records
- Works as a team player, following directions and adhering to defined care plans
- Demonstrated commitment to the hospice philosophy of care
- Can successfully pass background checks
- Can successfully pass background checks & drug screen