Hospice STNA

Queen City Hospice is hiring a STNA to support Fayetteville and surrounding counties. Come join our compassionate growing team of professional clinicians who make a difference in the lives of patients and families facing end of life journey. We offer comprehensive benefits including a generous PTO program, 401K plus match, and competitive salaries.

Shift Information: Monday-Friday 8a-5p

Location: Seaman, West Union, Peebles

What We offer:

• Great culture and team atmosphere
• Comprehensive benefits effective on the first of the month
• 401(k) retirement plan with a generous company match
• Generous time off accruals
• Mileage Reimbursement
• Paid holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Referral Program
• Merit Increases
• Employee Discount Programs

What You’ll Do:

• Performing personal care needs after given a patient’s assignment and attending to his/her requests promptly.
• Meeting safety needs of patient and using equipment safely and properly (foot stools, side rails, O2 etc.)
• Giving personal care including baths, back rubs, oral hygiene, shampoos and changing bed lined as often as assigned
• Assisting in dressing and undressing patients as assigned
• Planning and preparing nutritious meals, including shopping, as assigned. Assisting in feeding the patient as assigned
• Taking and recording temperatures, pulse, respiration and blood pressure when ordered with appropriate completed/demonstrated skills competency
• Providing proper care and observation of patient’s skin to prevent breakdown of tissue over bony prominence
• Reporting on patient’s condition and significant changes to the Case Manager. Also aware of the caregiver or other individuals living with the patient and interpersonal issues
• Providing respite for patient’s/family/caregiver when on-site, as appropriate

Qualifications:

• At least 16 years of age
• Certified by the state as a nurse aide
• Maintains a current CPR Certification
• List on the state aide registry with a clear record able to deliver care to patients
• Understands hospice philosophy, comfortable providing specialized care to the terminally ill