St. Croix Hospice-posted 2 months ago
Full-time
Jeffersonville, IN
251-500 employees
Ambulatory Health Care Services

The Hospice Aide is a Certified Nursing Assistant and paraprofessional member of the interdisciplinary care team who works under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. The Hospice Aide provides direct support and personal care for hospice patients, to assist in their day-to-day needs, provide comfort and enhance their quality of life. The Hospice Aide is responsible for following patients' individual Plan of Care, providing in-person care, maintaining documentation and coordinating with the patient's RN Case Manager.

  • Provide personal care, including bathing, dressing, oral hygiene, and bed linen changes.
  • Assist patients with mobility, transfers, and exercises as instructed by nursing staff.
  • Offer assistance with meals, feeding, and light household tasks as assigned.
  • Monitor and report patient condition changes to the RN Case Manager.
  • Administer routine skin care to prevent breakdown and ensure patient comfort.
  • Support medication reminders per state regulations.
  • Maintain a clean, safe, and organized patient environment.
  • Provide emotional support and respite for family caregivers.
  • Use equipment safely and appropriately for patient care needs.
  • Adhere to all documentation and HIPAA compliance standards.
  • Participate in quality assessment and performance improvement activities.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.
  • Must have an active Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) license in the state of practice.
  • Must be at least 18 years of age.
  • Ability to pass background study, consumer report and drug test.
  • Valid State Driver's License, access to an automobile in good working order, automobile insurance in accordance with state and organizational requirements, and an acceptable driving record required.
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