Hospice Aide CNA

Hospice Aide CNA Hospice of Southern Illinois is a not-for-profit, free-standing, community-based hospice serving Southern Illinois and St. Louis Metro-East. Since 1981 we have provided compassionate end-of-life care in home or home-like settings. A career in hospice care is a calling for us, and we are currently hiring for the Hospice Aide CNA position based in Belleville, IL.

• Summary
  :
  The Hospice Aide provides direct patient care under the direction of the Clinical Services Manager or designee and supervision by a Registered Nurse. Assists in managing patient/family needs, adheres to policy, and supports HSI’s financial objectives.
• Pay
  : $20.28 hourly. Full-Time Non-Exempt, 40 hours weekly
• Schedule
  :
  Monday–Friday 8:30 AM–5:00 PM. May include a rotational Saturday shift averaging every 7th Saturday.
• Location
  :
  Belleville Patient Services Office. Travel within the Belleville service area (St. Clair, Monroe, Washington, Randolph counties).
• We visit patients in homes, long-term care facilities, nursing homes, hospitals, etc. A valid driver’s license, current automobile insurance, and reliable transportation are required. The company reimburses $0.67 per mile for driving personal vehicles.
• Hospice of Southern Illinois is certified by the State of Illinois and complies with the Illinois Equal Pay Act.
• By applying, you consent to be contacted via phone, text, or email regarding your application.
• Benefits include: paid time off, extended illness benefits, health, dental, vision, life insurance, short- and long-term disability, 403(b) retirement plan. See (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). for details.
• For information about the company, to apply online, or view benefits, visit  For questions, contact HR Generalist Jade Gutierrez at  or jgutierrez. EOE.

A.) Education

• High school graduate or GED.
• Successful completion of Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) course and current Illinois Certification.

B.) Experience

• Two (2) years of CNA experience in hospital, long-term care, or home health setting required.
• One (1) year of hospice/home health experience preferred.

C.) Other Qualifications

• Excellent organizational and interpersonal relationship skills.
• Reliable transportation.

• Physical Requirements
  :
  Performs repetitive tasks. Ability to bathe, transfer, lift, and turn patients; may require lifting up to 100 lbs occasionally and up to 50 lbs frequently. Requires flexibility to bend, squat, and move. Vision and hearing adequate for task performance.
• Working Conditions
  :
  Approximately 10% in a climate-controlled environment; 90% in automobile or patient home environments. Potential exposure to malodorous environments, infectious body fluids, allergens, cleaning agents, and communicable diseases.

• Adhere to policies and procedures in compliance with state and federal regulations.
• Observe and report changes in patient status to the nurse and IDT in a timely manner.
• Demonstrate basic clinical skills (blood pressure, temperature, pulse, respiration) and safe techniques for bathing, transferring, lifting, turning, and grooming.
• Communicate clinical information clearly to patients, caregivers, and hospice staff.
• Follow infection control procedures and reinforce patient/family education.
• Complete 12 hours of in-service training per 12-month period and finish required education on time.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and healthy environment for patients; collaborate with internal and external staff.
• Recognize emergencies and follow appropriate procedures; adhere to the patient’s plan of care.
• Notify Nurse/Case Manager of changes to ensure plan of care accuracy; escalate conflicts as needed.
• Work cooperatively in a team; attend required staff meetings; provide compassionate care aligned with patient and family needs.
• Demonstrate flexibility, initiative, and commitment; manage time and tasks efficiently with minimal supervision.
• Identify and report safety risks promptly; uphold the organization’s core values.
• Complete timesheets accurately and manage paid time off per policy.
• Other duties as assigned.

• PTO and Extended Illness Benefits (EIB) accrual
• Blue Cross Blue Shield medical, dental, and vision insurance with company contributions
• Flexible Spending/Health Savings Accounts and 403(b) retirement plan with company match
• Cell phone allowance, mileage reimbursement, life insurance, disability benefits
• Tuition reimbursement and student loan reimbursement after one year of employment
• Tuition discounts at select universities
• Recruitment referral rewards and employee discounts
• Wellness reimbursement for eligible programs

Additional postings available from Hospice of Southern Illinois.