What are the responsibilities and job description for the Certified Nursing Assistant - Meng Residence position at Unity Hospice?
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - Meng Residence
At Unity Hospice, we are dedicated to honoring life by bringing peace of mind and comfort when it matters most. With over 48 years of compassionate care, we foster a supportive, team-oriented environment where every role makes a meaningful impact. When you join Unity, you become part of a mission-driven team grounded in our core values of Excellence, Collaboration, Integrity, Compassion, and Accountability.
Meng Residence is our dedicated 12-bed inpatient hospice facility in De Pere, where we provide around-the-clock care in a peaceful, home-like setting for patients and families.
Schedule: Part-time, 24 hours per week, working two 12-hour shifts (6:00 AM – 6:30 PM). Requires a minimum of every other weekend (currently no set weekend rotation; may fill in as needed) and 1–2 holidays per year.
As a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), you will play a vital role in delivering compassionate, hands-on care to patients. Working under the guidance of a Registered Nurse, you will support patients with daily care needs and help ensure comfort, dignity, and quality of life. Your care will be guided by individualized plans developed by the RN, based on each patient’s unique needs and preferences.
Responsibilities:
Unity CNA staff can perform services/support in the following areas as directed by the RN:
- Activities of Daily Living
- Restorative Care
- Skin Care
- Mobility
- Nutritional Support
- Respiratory
- Bowel and Bladder
- Reinforce Teaching
- Supply ordering
- Companionship and Support
- Vital Signs
- Reading of CADD pump settings
- Report on pain rating
- Maintain required competencies and skills
- Report any changes in the patient’s condition or family situation immediately to the appropriate member(s) of the interdisciplinary team
Why Unity?
Unity is dedicated to supporting your well-being, growth, and success with a range of valuable benefits!
Health: We provide comprehensive health benefits, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, Health Savings Accounts, and flexible spending options for medical and dependent care. On-site health risk assessments and flu shots are also available to keep you and your family well.
Life: Unity values work-life balance, offering paid time off, extended illness and injury bank, bereavement leave, an Employee Assistance Program, and fitness membership reimbursement to support your personal needs and interests outside of work.
Security: For your financial peace of mind, Unity offers a 403(b) retirement savings plan, group life insurance, voluntary life insurance, as well as accident, critical illness, and disability insurance options.
Compensation: We reward your skills and commitment with competitive pay, overtime opportunities for hourly roles, and mileage reimbursement.
Career: Grow with Unity through internal and external learning opportunities, education assistance, and leadership development programs designed to support your professional journey.
Unity also supports nurses’ professional growth by covering board certification and recertification costs in hospice and palliative care - CHPN for RNs, CHPLN for LPNs, and CNAs for CHPNA (after 3 years of employment).
All new employees are eligible for benefits on the first of the month following their date of hire. For a full list of benefits: https://unityhospice.org/careers
Choose Unity as the place to grow your career, make a meaningful impact, and be valued every step of the way. Apply today to join a team that invests in you, both personally and professionally.
Requirements:- Completion of certified nursing assistant program
- Must be listed on the Wisconsin Nursing Assistant Registry and be eligible to work at state and federally certified facilities
- Valid driver’s license, auto insurance, and access to a reliable vehicle