Position: Hospice Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
Location: Benton and Franklin County Washington State
Type: Non-Exempt Full Time
Anticipated Schedule: Monday through Friday 8:00 am - 4:30 pm two holidays per year.
MISSION VISION VALUES
MISSION: Guiding our community members to live their best lives even and especially through the end of life.
VISION: Tri-Cities Chaplaincy is the recognized source for expert guidance during a crisis at and through lifes end and following a loss.
VALUES: Accessibility Integrity Achievement Supportive Environment
Position Overview:
As a Hospice Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) you will provide compassionate and comprehensive care to patients in a hospice setting. Working under the supervision of registered nurses and other healthcare professionals you will play a vital role in enhancing the quality of life for individuals with terminal illnesses and supporting their families during difficult times. Your primary responsibility will be to assist patients with activities of daily living ensure their comfort and provide emotional support to both patients and their loved ones.
Minimum Qualifications:
1. High School graduate or equivalent G.E.D.
2. Current and unrestricted license in the State of Washington as a Certified Nursing Assistant.
3. Current CPR Certification with Basic Life Support (CPR/BLS) from an accredited provider.
4. Completion of Bloodborne Pathogens Training
5. Washington State Food Worker Card issued by the Department of Health
6. Ability to lift move and assist patients up to 50lbs (or more with assistance)
7. Comfortable with frequent travel between patient homes and facilities.
8. Strong communication skills to interact with patients families and interdisciplinary care teams.
9. Available to work evenings nights and weekends as part of the on-call rotation.
10. Available to work holidays.
11. This position is designated as safety-sensitive and will require passing a pre-employment drug test which includes cannabis testing in WA State.
Preferred Qualifications:
1. One year of CNA experience in hospice home health or long-term care settings.
2. Experience working with patients with chronic terminal or end-of-life care needs.
Join Our Team:
At Tri-Cities Chaplaincy were committed to providing compassionate care and support to individuals and families during lifes most challenging times. We invite you to be part of our mission and contribute to meaningful work that touches the heart of our community.
Why Join Us
Purpose-Driven Work: Be part of a team that makes a real difference in patients and families lives.
Supportive Environment: Thrive in a collaborative and caring atmosphere.
Professional Growth: Access opportunities for learning and career development.
Bring your passion for care to Tri-Cities Chaplaincy where every moment matters. Apply today and start a career thats as rewarding as it is impactful.
Note regarding the listed pay range:
Hiring Range: The starting pay range offered to new hires depending on experience and qualifications.
Position Pay Range/Salary Range: The full pay range for this position from minimum to maximum based on role responsibilities and market rates.
At Tri-Cities Chaplaincy we carefully establish pay ranges for our positions by taking various factors into account including education certifications knowledge skills experience and market conditions. These ranges are tailored to match the diverse programs and services we offer. Our goal is to ensure fair compensation for candidates based on these factors while maintaining internal peer equity.
Benefits
Mileage Reimbursement: $0.70 per mile for eligible positions.
Vacation: Accrual of hours each pay period based on hours worked.
Wellness Days: After the 90-day introductory period eligible employees can convert up to two sick days into wellness days.
Annual Yay Day: Full-time employees receive 1 paid day off every January to volunteer in the community.
Bereavement Leave: 3 days of bereavement leave after the introductory period for the loss of an immediate family member household pet or service animal.
Sick Time: Earned on an accrual basis.
Paid Holidays: Ten recognized holidays with no waiting period for new hires.
Health Benefits: Opt-in for Low Deductible Health Benefits Vision and Dental starting the first month following your start date.
Health Benefit Options: Medical Dental Vision Supplemental Life Accidental Death and Dismemberment GlobeLife Voluntary Benefits and Life Flight.
Voluntary Supplemental Benefits: Pet Insurance Globe Life and Life Flight.
Agency-covered benefits: Basic Life Insurance and Accidental Death and Dismemberment at 1x Annual Salary Long-Term Disability and Short-Term Disability.
401k: You can start contributing right away and up to 5% employer matching after 1 year of employment for eligible employees.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF): Full-time employees may be eligible. More information: PSLF Link( Premium Pay: Bilingual in Spanish: Verified through ALTA staff testing and Approved Certifications: Premium pay upon review and approval.
Tuition Assistance: After 1-year of employment eligible employees can receive up to $5000 annually in higher education assistance.
Continuing Education Units: Tri-Cities chaplaincy utilizes Relias Learning and CAPC for employees to earn continuing education units for their credential requirements.
Certification and Training Opportunities: Employees can partner with their department director on professional goals that benefit the agency and themselves for certification and training opportunities.
AGENCY REQUIREMENTS
1. Mission Vision and Values: Demonstrate support and adherence to the agencys Mission Vision and Values.
2. Community Outreach: Participate in education and outreach activities to promote agency programs including hospice care advanced planning and bereavement services.
3. Policy Compliance: Maintain knowledge of and comply with agency policies procedures and practices.
4. Confidentiality: Protect patient and agency information per HIPAA guidelines. Only access information on a need-to-know basis.
5. Health Requirements: Satisfy state and agency health requirements by providing proof of immunization declinations or approved accommodations as applicable.
6. Screenings: Pass criminal background and drug screenings.
7. Physical Demands: Meet the physical and environmental requirements of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.(see attached physical requirements)
8. Training and Orientation: Complete agency and departmental orientation and required training programs.
9. Continuing Education: Complete ongoing education policy reviews and training be designated deadlines.
10. Licensure and Certification: Maintain current licensure(s) and certifications(s) required for the role.
11. Language Proficiency: Read write speak and understand English fluently.
12. Work Availability: Be available to work as assigned or scheduled.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS
Please contact human resources at for questions regarding the physical and environmental conditions.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
Tri-Cities Chaplaincy is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate based on actual or perceived race color creed religion national origin citizenship or immigration status ancestry citizenship status age sex or gender (including pregnancy childbirth pregnancy-related conditions and lactation) gender identity or expression (including transgender status) sexual orientation marital status military service and veteran status or the presence of any sensory mental or physical disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal state or local laws and ordinances.
Hospice care is a highly specialized form of care designed to help anyone with a life-limiting illness make the most of their final months. It combines pain and symptom management with emotional and spiritual support to help patients live the remainder of their life in comfort and dig ... View more