Hospice Aide - Gilchrist Inova

Gilchrist•Woodburn, VA

About The Position

Under general supervision, is responsible for the delivery of specific aspects of patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. Care needs and visit frequency are indicated in the Hospice Aide Plan of Care. Facing a serious illness can be overwhelming. Hospice care is specialized support designed to provide comfort, dignity, and quality of life for patients and their families during this challenging time. At Gilchrist Hospice, in collaboration with Inova, we offer seamless compassionate care that focuses on pain and symptom management, emotional and spiritual support, and guidance for patients and their families every step of the way. About Gilchrist Hospice Gilchrist is a nationally recognized nonprofit leader in serious illness and end-of-life care, serving patients and families with compassion and expertise for more than 30 years. With a mission to provide the highest quality care across all stages of serious illness, Gilchrist offers a broad range of services designed to support patients and their loved ones during some of life’s most challenging moments. As the aging population continues to grow, Gilchrist has strategically aligned with leading health systems across the region to better serve our communities. This approach enables seamless transitions from serious illness to end-of-life care across all settings.

Requirements

High School diploma or GED
Current registration with the Virgina State Board of Examiners of Nurses as a Certified Nursing Assistant.
Licensed driver with automobile that is insured in accordance with organization requirements and is in good working order.
Previous experience in an acute care or home care setting.
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
Ability to effectively communicate with facility staff when necessary if assigned to facility-based care.
Skill with hand-held communication devices and electronic documentation
Ability to demonstrate empathy for the needs of the ill, injured, frail and the impaired.

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, including shopping, 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 living with the patient and interpersonal issues.
Assists in ambulation and exercise as instructed by the primary care nurse or therapist.
Provides assistance as assigned with light laundry needs. Keeps patient's living area clean and 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.