Hospice - FT CNA - Southwest Medical

Position Overview

Optum NV is seeking a Hospice - FT CNA - Southwest Medical to join our team in Las Vegas, NV. As a member of the Optum Care Delivery team, you’ll play an integral role in our vision to make healthcare better for everyone. At Optum, supported by clinical resources and data from a global organization, you will help your patients live healthier lives while collaborating with talented peers in an inclusive environment that drives the Quadruple Aim. Join us and experience the fulfillment of advancing community health while contributing innovative practice ideas that can improve care for millions.

Southwest Medical, part of OptumCare, is a multi-specialty group consisting of over 300 providers serving southern Nevada. We offer compassionate, innovative, and quality care in various settings including urgent care, outpatient surgery, and hospice. As a CNA on our hospice team, you will work under the supervision of a registered nurse, providing personal care services, monitoring patient conditions, and assisting with daily activities in a supportive environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide patient care including baths, back rubs, oral hygiene, changing bed linens, and assisting with dressing and undressing.
• Maintain patients’ living areas in a clean and orderly manner.
• Assist with food preparation when requested or needed.
• Take vital signs and assist in ambulation and exercise as per the care plan.
• Remind patients about self-administration of medication, do laundry as needed, and report patient conditions to the assigned nurse.
• Perform other responsibilities as assigned by the supervisory team.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Current Certified Nursing Assistant certification issued by the State of Nevada Board of Nursing.
• CPR certification (current or obtained prior to starting the position).
• 1+ years of experience in an acute, hospice, or home health setting.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Access to reliable transportation to travel to patient sites.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in home health or hospice care.
• Experience with end-of-life care.

Benefits & Perks

• Compensation: Nevada Residents Only – Hourly range of $16.00 to $28.27 per hour, with pay based on local labor markets, education, experience, certifications, and other factors.
• Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase, and 401k contribution (all subject to eligibility requirements).
• Supportive work environment with clear performance expectations and career development opportunities.
• Seven-day operations with flexible scheduling including required weekend shifts.