Hospice Aide - Inpatient

GBMC HealthCare • Columbia, MD

16h • Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision, is responsible for the delivery of specific aspects of patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. They are a certified non-professional worker specifically trained to give personal care to patients.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• One year of previous experience. Current enrollment in an accredited nursing program accepted in lieu of experience.
• Knowledge and understanding of the Hospice Philosophy
• Skill in oral and written communication
• Skill in managing issues related to death/dying
• Ability to work independently
• Skill with personal computers and electronic documentation
• Ability to demonstrate empathy for the needs of the ill, injured, frail and the impaired.
• Competent to safety handle medications
• Current registration with the Maryland State Board of Examiners of Nurses as a Certified Nursing Assistant.
• Possesses and maintains good physical stamina and mental health.
• Ability to concentrate and pay attention to detail when performing basic patient care tasks.
• Ability to walk and stand up to ninety percent (90%) of work time and ability to lift and position patients.

Nice To Haves

• Hospice experience preferred.
• Previous experience with dying patients.

Responsibilities

• Performs personal care needs by attending to patient/family requests promptly.
• Offers and assists with bedpans and urinals.
• Provides personal care including baths, back rubs, oral hygiene, shampoos and changing bed linen.
• Assists in dressing and undressing patients as assigned.
• Assists in feeding the patient.
• Meets safety needs of patient and uses equipment safely and properly (foot stools, side rails, O2 etc.).
• Plans and prepares nutritious meals as assigned.
• Takes and records oral, rectal and auxiliary temperatures, pulse, respiration and blood pressure when ordered (within the training limitations of the aide).
• Provides proper care and observation of patient's skin to prevent breakdown of tissue over bony prominence.
• Reports patient's condition and significant changes to the assigned supervisory nurse. Also aware of the caregiver or other individuals associated with the patient and interpersonal issues.
• Assists in ambulation and exercise as instructed by the Hospice Nurse, Clinical Partner or therapist.
• Provides assistance as assigned with light laundry needs.
• Keeps patient room orderly, as assigned
• Performs range of motion and other simple procedures as an extensional therapy service as ordered (within the training limitations of the aide).
• Provides respite for patient's/family/caregiver when on-site, as appropriate.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and generous paid time off
• Free parking
• Monthly MTA bus pass subsidy-85% paid by GBMC "if applicable"
• Company subsidized onsite fitness and wellness center "if applicable"
• Pre-paid tuition to pursue professional development, additional certifications, and degree programs
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage
• 401 (a) and 403 (b) retirement savings plan

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED