What are the responsibilities and job description for the Certified Nursing Assistant - Hospice position at FORTIS HEALTH?
Company Overview
Select Home Health & Hospice (A Fortis Health Company) is a clinician-led and operated skilled home health care agency serving central Indiana. We provide expert nursing and therapy services designed to improve health, independence, and quality of life—all within the comfort of your own home.
Our highly trained clinicians are compassionate, dependable, and committed to delivering exceptional care with integrity and excellence. At Select Home Health & Hospice, we believe in putting patients first: “Select the best for your health!”
Want to learn more about us? Check out our website: Home - Fortis
About the Role
We are seeking a compassionate and reliable Hospice Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) to support patients served by Fortis Health–affiliated agencies. In this role, you will provide hands-on personal care in the home, focusing on comfort, dignity, and quality of life while assisting patients and families during end-of-life care under the direction of the RN.
Responsibilities
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Provide personal care including bathing, dressing, oral care, feeding, and elimination
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Assist with ambulation, positioning, transfers, and ADLs
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Measure and document vital signs and observations as directed
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Travel to and care for multiple hospice patients per day in their residences, following individualized plans of care
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Observe and report changes in patient condition or home safety concerns
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Follow RN care plans and agency policies
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Maintain patient confidentiality and HIPAA compliance
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Complete required trainings, meetings, and in-services
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Support patient comfort through socialization and emotional presence
Benefits
- Comprehensive healthcare coverage (including medical, dental, vision, FSA/HSA, life and disability insurances).
- PTO
- 401(k) retirement benefits
Disclaimer:
This description reflects the general nature and level of work for the Certified Nursing Assistant position. It is not exhaustive, and responsibilities, duties, or qualifications may evolve with the organization or regulatory requirements.
Fortis Health is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with anti-discrimination law, it is the purpose of this policy to effectuate these principles and mandates. Fortis Health prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Fortis Health conforms to the spirit as well as to the letter of all applicable laws and regulations.
Qualifications:
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High school diploma or equivalent (preferred).
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Current CNA license in the state of Indiana (required)
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Minimum 1 year of direct patient care experience (required)
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Listed on the Nurse Aide Registry with no findings of abuse or neglect