Hospice Nursing Asst - STNA
Company: Hospice Of The Western Reserve
Location: Sandusky
Posted on: February 18, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description JOIN US IN MAKING THE MOST OF
EVERY DAY! Hospice of The Western Reserve operates in celebration
of the individual worth of each life, we strive to relieve
suffering, enhance comfort, promote quality of life, foster choice
in end-of-life care and support effective grieving. WHY US? We
believe that our success starts with our greatest asset: OUR
EMPLOYEES! We live our shared core values in everything we do:
COMPASSION. EXCELLENCE. EQUALITY. INTEGRITY. SERVICE. STEWARDSHIP .
We have a passion for purpose driven work! Do you? JOIN OUR FAMILY!
Provide personal care under the supervision of a nurse according to
the patient's plan of care. Collaborate with transdisciplinary team
in a variety of settings. WHAT YOU WILL DO: Provide personal care
and assist with ADL's according to the POC. Provide safe
environment for patients. Safely ambulate/transfer patient as
appropriate. Assist with passive and active ROM exercises as
directed by the nurse. Prepare nutritional snacks as appropriate
for the patient. Under the supervision of the nurse, assist patient
with pre-poured medications that are ordinarily self-administered
and that are prescribed by a physician under the supervision nurse
(Home Care only). Under the direction of the nurse, perform simple
wound care, skin care, and bowel care protocols according to the
plan of care where appropriate. Recognize and promptly report any
changes in the mental or physical status of the patient to the
nurse. Record in clinical record, on appropriate documents, the
activities provided and observations of patient at the time of
visit. Complete all charting, timesheets and mileage logs as
defined by the agency policy and procedures. Attend and actively
contribute during patient care conference. Participate in HNA
discipline meetings, team meetings, staff meetings, retreats and
in-services as appropriate. Attend in-services to obtain 3
education hours per quarter. Participate in the on-call rotation as
scheduled (Home Care only). Assist the Team Leader with other
designated activities as necessary (scheduling, supply
organization, answering office telephone, etc.) Demonstrate
positive customer-service responsiveness according to agency
standards. Flexible in meeting patient/family needs that require
variable shifts and weekends. Participate in chart review quality
improvement activities and other meetings as assigned. Participate
in coordination of and communication with volunteer staff. Provide
basic care-giving education to caregiver/family members, such as
turning and positioning, transfer techniques and changing linens
Maintain Transmission Based Precaution. Complete annual competency
requirements. SUCCESS CAPABILITIES: Must be able to read and write
English proficiently. Must be state tested nursing assistant in
good standing Equivalent education/experience may substitute for
minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements,
such as a license/certification/registration. DETAILS: Total
Rewards Package to include Retirement, Health, Dental, Vision,
voluntary benefits and Corporate Discounts Tuition Assistance
Non-exempt role Protocols in place for wellbeing during COVID-19
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: Compliance to Annual Flu Shot Policy or
ability to provide exemption documentation Provide an active auto
insurance policy as a licensed driver in the State of Ohio with the
proper level of coverage as directed Provide an active driver’s
license Ability to provide proof of eligibility to work in the
United States. High level of integrity, ethics and professionalism.
NOTE : The responsibilities of this position are described above,
and they may be subject to change at any time due to reasonable
accommodations or other reasons. Also, this description in no way
states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by
the employee occupying this position. Applicants who may need
reasonable accommodations to complete the application process may
contact: Careers at Hospice of the Western Reserve 17876 St. Clair
Ave. Cleveland, OH 44114 216.383.2222 or careers@hospicewr.org
Hospice of the Western Reserve is an Equal Opportunity Employer and
encourages Women, Minorities, Individuals with Disabilities, and
protected Veterans to apply.
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