Hospice Aide Inpatient (36910)

HINDS HOSPICE•Fresno, CA

2d•$22 - $24•Onsite

About The Position

Hinds Lifecare, one of the most well-known and well-respected nonprofit agencies in California’s Central Valley and a pioneer in the practice of hospice and palliative care, is seeking a Per Diem Hospice Aide, Inpatient for evening and night shifts to join our team. Under supervision of the Clinical Manager, the Hospice Aide cares for patients on an inpatient basis by providing personal care services to patients in the Hinds Lifecare home. Demonstrates knowledge, attitudes, behaviors, and skills that are consistent with the performance standards, code of ethics and scope of practice for hospice and palliative nursing assistants. Why Hinds Lifecare: A mission-driven organization and a pioneer in hospice care, Hinds Lifecare seeks to uphold the dignity and ease the suffering of the terminally ill while supporting their loved ones and those who are grieving. Our vision is to be recognized for excellence in compassionate end-of-life care and specialized grief support services, accessible to all. We provide a compassionate presence, pursue excellence, act ethically, professionally, and with hope. As a member of the Hinds Lifecare team, you’ll be part of an organization with a long history of recognition for excellence and compassion. Hospice work in any position – from medical to clerical -- can be demanding. But hospice work is rewarding, especially for a person with the dedication required to rise to the challenges of end-of-life care, regardless of the position they work. Hinds Lifecare is Joint Commission accredited and was recently recognized by Fresno’s Marjaree Mason Center as its Leading Business for 2023. If you are a person with the dedication, the compassion, the qualifications, and the skills required… If you want to be part of a team that strives to provide the best in hospice and palliative care to the suffering and their loved ones… Hinds Lifecare wants to hear from you.

Requirements

High School graduate or GED/equivalent
Minimum one year experience as a Home Health Aide.
Demonstrated ability to work with health team personnel.
Current CPR, recent physical and TB, Tdap, MMR, Varicella, HepB, and flu immunizations.
Ability to meet the physical demands of the job (i.e., Push, Pull, Lift/Carry 50 lbs.)
Ability to learn and assimilate the NetSmart Computer Program/System.
Availability to work evenings and/or night shifts (with potential to also cover day shift for outpatient services)

Responsibilities

Assists with patient activities of daily living.
Assists with implementation of plan of care.
Maintains accurate documentation in accordance with hospice home policies and procedures.
Assists in the mobilization and ambulation of patients.
Communicates changes in patient status and patient reports of discomfort.