Travel Hospice Aide CNA-HarmonyCares

Job Description

Job Title: Travel Hospice Aide CNA

Company: HarmonyCares

Location: Harrison Township, MI

Pay: $18.59 – 24.06 per hour

AI Pay Analysis: The hourly rate of $18.59 to $24.06 for a “Travel Hospice Aide CNA” position in Harrison Township, MI, appears to be competitive when compared to industry standards. In southeast Michigan, the average hourly wage for Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) typically ranges from $14 to $22, depending on experience and specific duties, while hospice care aides may earn slightly more due to the specialized nature of their work. Given the additional responsibilities and the travel aspect of the role, the upper end of the provided range aligns well with the higher demand for skilled hospice caregivers, suggesting that this pay scale is attractive and commensurate with the skills required in this field.

Job description:
Overview
HarmonyCares stands as one of the nation’s largest home-based primary care practices, committed to delivering high-quality, coordinated healthcare in the comfort of patients’ homes. Our family of companies includes HarmonyCares, HarmonyCares Medical Group, HarmonyCares Home Health, and HarmonyCares Hospice.

Our Mission is to provide personalized, quality-driven healthcare to patients facing difficulties in accessing care.

Our Shared Vision emphasizes that every patient deserves access to quality healthcare.

Our Values reflect our legacy of care: we believe that every interaction matters, we strive to go the extra mile, and we are dedicated to empowering and supporting one another.

Why You Should Want to Work with Us
– Comprehensive health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance benefits, among others
– 401K Retirement Plan with company match
– Tuition assistance, and reimbursement for professional licenses and certifications
– Generous paid time off, holiday leave, and opportunities for volunteer time
– Paid orientation and training programs
– Recognized as a Great Place to Work
– Operational in 11 states
– Established as the largest home-based primary care practice in the U.S. for over 28 years, significantly impacting healthcare today

For more details about the benefits we offer, please visit our website.

Responsibilities
The Travel Hospice Aide is a compassionate, non-professional role designed to provide personal care and related services to individuals who are sick or disabled in their homes. This position operates under the supervision of a registered nurse or physical therapist, assisting patients with at least two Activities of Daily Living (ADLs). The Travel Hospice Aide or an equally qualified alternate must be available during the agency’s operating hours. Key responsibilities include:

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
During each visit, the Travel Hospice Aide:
– Measures and records vital signs, promptly notifying the primary RN of any deviations from standard practice
– Assists with at least two of the following ADLs:
– Personal hygiene (e.g., bathing, grooming, hair care, shaving, skin care)
– Nail care and oral hygiene, facilitating treatment without cutting or filing nails if the patient is diabetic
– Changing bed linens and making beds
– Supporting patients with eating and maintaining nutritional and fluid intake
– Dressing
– Assisting with ambulation, transfers, and elimination needs
– Performing incidental household services that support the patient’s health (e.g., light housekeeping, laundry)
– Aiding in prescribed exercises previously taught by a healthcare professional
– Handing medications that have been prepared for the patient
– Changing or emptying colostomy bags as directed by the RN
– Applying basic infection control principles and procedures
– Reporting any infection control concerns to the supervisor
– Following the Plan of Care as outlined by the agency’s healthcare professionals
– Documenting care in accordance with agency policies and maintaining accurate records
– Observing and reporting physical and behavioral changes in the patient’s condition to the registered nurse
– Adhering to the visit schedule and communicating any changes effectively
– Promptly contacting both patients and an Agency supervisor if unable to visit as scheduled and providing a detailed report to covering aides
– Engaging appropriately with patients, families, and agency personnel
– Attending mandatory in-services and meetings as designated by the agency, including 12 hours of in-service training per year
– Complying with agency policies and procedures
– Performing additional duties as assigned and participating in performance improvement activities
– Ensuring adherence to the 4Ms framework (What Matters, Medications, Mentation, and Mobility) to provide Age-Friendly Care

The Travel Hospice Aide is explicitly prohibited from performing the following:
– Irrigating body cavities or colostomies/wounds
– Performing gastric lavages or gavages
– Catheterizing patients
– Administering medications
– Applying heat through any method
– Caring for tracheostomy tubes
– Cutting or filing nails
– Providing personal health services not included in the patient care plan

Qualifications
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Experience:
– High school diploma or GED
– Certification as a nursing aide (CNA) with completion of a State-established training program, meeting federal guidelines
– Valid driver’s license and dependable vehicle with proof of insurance
– Ability to meet physical demands, including standing, lifting, and performing light to moderate physical tasks; ability to exert varying levels of physical effort may be required
– Experience requirements include one year of full-time direct client care in either an institutional or agency setting, or successful completion of relevant training/programs
– Willingness to undergo additional training as required by the agency and contribute to the onboarding of new hospice aides
– Attendance at staff meetings and educational in-services as mandated by the agency
– Completion of at least the 9th grade with demonstrated reading and writing ability
– Genuine interest and empathetic attitude towards caring for the sick at home
– Emotional maturity to build rapport with patients and families
– Teamwork capability in a multi-disciplinary environment
– Availability for flexible travel schedules to accommodate agency needs
– Prohibition on concurrent employment
– Independent travel ability during designated hours, with at least 80% of time dedicated to travel

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Experience:
– Certification as a Hospice and Palliative Nursing Assistant (CHPNA) through HPNA
– Experience with Electronic Medical Records (EMR)
– A minimum of three years as a Certified Nursing Aide
– Previous hospice experience

Posted Min Pay Rate
USD $18.59/Hr.
Posted Max Pay Rate
USD $24.06/Hr.
Pay Transparency
Compensation packages are individualized based on factors unique to each candidate, including skill set, experience, qualifications, and other job-related considerations.

Notice
HarmonyCares and HarmonyCares Hospice are entirely separate entities from Harmony Hospice Care. It is important to note that HarmonyCares Hospice does not operate in Ohio but does provide services in Michigan, Virginia, Wisconsin, Texas, Indiana, and Illinois.

Job Posting Date: Sun, 05 Jan 2025 08:24:27 GMT

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