Hospice Aide I - Central Inpatient Unit
About The Position
Provides direct patient care to Hospice of Cincinnati patients under the direction of a nurse. The hospice aide assists with or performs basic activities of daily living, such as bathing, feeding, and helping patients ambulate, and provides companionship and emotional support, including during times of crisis. The role requires knowledge of safety policies and adherence to approved procedures. This position is based at the Hospice of Cincinnati Central Inpatient Unit in Blue Ash. The aide may need to float to the Anderson, Hamilton, and Christ inpatient care centers, as well as provide continuous care and vigils as needed. Mileage reimbursement is offered when floating. Duties include bedside shift reporting, point-of-care charting, and using computer systems for documentation and related tasks.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- Reading and math ability appropriate to the position.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required upon hire.
- Basic computer knowledge and keyboarding skills, and ability to perform computer-related tasks.
- Ability to work the stated night schedule and participate in every-third-weekend and holiday rotations.
- Ability to float to the Anderson, Hamilton, and Christ inpatient care centers and provide continuous care and vigils as needed.
Responsibilities
- Perform and document basic patient care tasks under the direct supervision of a nurse, including bathing, feeding, assistance with ambulation, companionship, and emotional support.
- Follow regulatory and organizational processes and practices to promote a safe clinical environment.
- Communicate effectively with the interdisciplinary team, patients, and patients’ family members.
- Perform quality checks on equipment and supplies and appropriately report problems or malfunctions.
- Monitor supply rooms, report missing supplies, and restock supplies as needed.
- Meet regulatory and organizational documentation requirements to accurately report clinical interactions and patient status.
- Conduct bedside shift reporting and point-of-care charting.
- Float to other inpatient care centers and provide continuous care or vigils as needed.
Benefits
- Competitive shift differentials.
- Opportunities for professional growth.
- Comprehensive benefits package that may include medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, retirement savings plans, and tuition reimbursement.
- Mileage reimbursement when floating.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
