Hospice Certified Nursing assistant - job 1 of 5

As a Hospice Certified Nursing Assistant at AdvisaCare, your primary responsibilities will include providing personal care services to clients in a home care setting. This may involve assistance with daily activities such as bathing, grooming, and meal preparation, as well as creating a comforting and healing environment for the clients. Building meaningful relationships with clients and their families is a key aspect of this role, ensuring they receive quality compassionate care when they need it the most.

To qualify for the Hospice Certified Nursing Assistant role at AdvisaCare, candidates must have a current State of Michigan Certified Nursing Assistant license, a high school diploma or GED, and a valid driver’s license along with reliable transportation. While Hospice experience is preferred, it is not mandatory, making it an ideal opportunity for those eager to learn and grow in the field of home healthcare.

AdvisaCare is committed to providing a supportive and rewarding work environment for its Hospice Certified Nursing Assistants. Benefits include competitive weekly pay, flexible schedules, advanced skills training, and a 401K retirement plan. The rewarding nature of this job also comes from the opportunity to make a significant impact in clients' lives, fostering a collaborative team atmosphere.

The hiring process for the Hospice Certified Nursing Assistant position at AdvisaCare involves submitting an application and potentially undergoing an interview to discuss your experience and passion for caregiving. As part of our commitment to safety and care quality, a successful completion of a drug screen, including testing for medical and recreational marijuana, is required prior to employment.

Yes, travel is a requirement for the Hospice Certified Nursing Assistant role at AdvisaCare as you will be providing services across the AdvisaCare service area, specifically in Barry and the surrounding counties. Reliable transportation is necessary to ensure you can reach clients effectively and on time.

In answering this question, share specific details about your previous roles, emphasizing tasks and responsibilities that relate to hospice care. Highlight how your experiences have prepared you for caregiving, showcasing your ability to handle challenging situations compassionately and professionally.

To answer effectively, provide a strategy or system that you use to prioritize tasks, such as assessing each patient's needs based on urgency. Discuss your organizational skills and how you communicate with team members to ensure every client receives quality care.

Respond by discussing qualities such as empathy, patience, and strong communication skills. Give examples of how these qualities have allowed you to forge connections with clients and improve their care experience.

It's important to demonstrate your conflict resolution skills by sharing a specific example of a past experience. Explain how you approached the situation with empathy, sought common ground, and maintained professionalism throughout.

Discuss techniques such as education on medication importance, building rapport with patients to encourage adherence, and involving family members for support. Highlight any past experiences where you had to ensure compliance and the positive outcomes that followed.

Provide a specific anecdote illustrating a challenging interaction, detailing the steps you took to resolve the situation effectively. Emphasize the importance of patience, active listening, and understanding the patient's perspective.

Highlight various techniques such as actively listening, demonstrating empathy, and providing consistent care. Explain how these methods have helped you build relationships with clients in hospice settings.

Share personal coping strategies you've found helpful, such as self-care practices, seeking support from colleagues, or speaking with supervisors. Articulate the importance of maintaining emotional well-being to provide the best possible care.

In your response, discuss the importance of respecting patient autonomy while also expressing understanding and concern. Emphasize communication and follow-up techniques you would employ to encourage them to accept necessary support.

This is an opportunity to share your passion for helping others. Explain how personal experiences, values, or fulfillment from making a difference in patients’ lives drive your commitment to loving, compassionate care in hospice settings.