Hospice Aide - PRN

026d2af3-da01-4dc8-a714-353f3f03daba • Livingston, TX

15h

About The Position

The Hospice Aide provides patient care and personal healthcare assistance in patients’ residences, helps maintain a safe and clean environment, and works cooperatively with patients and families. The aide shares observations and problems with the supervisor and supports the hospice care team in delivering its mission.

The role provides direct care under the direction of an RN and in accordance with the Aid Plan of Care. It also supports safe transfers and ambulation, nutrition and fluid intake, and treatments and procedures in accordance with agency policy. The Hospice Aide documents care and relevant information, reports changes, follows infection-control principles, and communicates respectfully with patients, families, and coworkers. The position also contributes to efficient agency operations and promotes the agency’s philosophy and administrative policies to support quality care.

Requirements

• Current CNA/HHA and LTC certifications.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Valid auto insurance.
• CPR certification.

Nice To Haves

• HomeCare HomeBase experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care under the direction of the RN and according to the Aid Plan of Care.
• Assist patients with safe transfers and ambulation according to agency policy.
• Report changes and document pertinent information and care provided to support continuity of care.
• Follow accepted infection-control principles and provide a clean, safe, and comfortable environment.
• Communicate positively, supportively, and respectfully with patients, families, and other employees.
• Promote respect for patients, their privacy, and their property.
• Assist patients with proper nutrition and adequate fluid intake.
• Contribute to agency management and efficient operations, demonstrating effective time management.
• Perform treatments and procedures according to agency policy.
• Promote the agency philosophy and administrative policies to support quality of care.
• Share observations and problems with the supervisor.

Benefits

• 401(k): Eligible after 3 months of service; the plan is 100% immediately vested; Choice Health At Home contributes 100% of the first 3% contributed each pay period.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: No Education Listed