Hospice Aide

Eden Health•Longview, WA

About The Position

The Hospice Aide provides patient care ordered by the physician and outlined in the plan of care. Care includes assistance with bathing, oral hygiene, nail and foot care, skin care, pressure relief, dressing, feeding, transferring, positioning, and ambulation. The aide takes accurate vital signs, supports patients’ activities of daily living, and helps maintain patient safety. The role works in the field with minimal supervision as part of the interdisciplinary group, communicates findings and concerns to licensed staff, and documents care in accordance with reimbursement guidelines and agency policies. The position also includes participating in interdisciplinary case conferences and other agency activities as requested by the Clinical Manager or Director of Patient Care Services. The aide supports patients and families dealing with end-of-life issues and respects cultural practices that do not harm the patient or interfere with the treatment plan. The posting requires current Washington and Oregon CNA certifications, or willingness to obtain both. Candidates must have a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation, proof of automobile insurance, current CPR certification, and the ability to pass a criminal background check and national sex offender clearance.

Requirements

Must have Washington and Oregon CNA certifications or be willing to obtain both.
Understand regulations and standards applicable to hospice.
Have thorough knowledge and understanding of hospice agency functions.
Demonstrate knowledge of the dying patient and pain control measures.
Show genuine interest in and compassion for patients and families dealing with end-of-life issues.
Understand hospice philosophy and issues of death and dying.
Be flexible, organized, and able to function under stressful situations.
Communicate effectively in English, verbally and in writing.
Have excellent interpersonal skills.
Have excellent writing and presentation skills.
Know general modalities and scope of practice within the state of agency operation.
Be self-directed and able to work in the field with minimal supervision.
Have a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
Provide proof of automobile insurance; MVR is checked.
Provide proof of current CPR certification.
Pass a criminal background check and national sex offender clearance.

Responsibilities

Provide care ordered by the physician and indicated by the plan of care, including bathing, oral hygiene, nail care, foot care, skin care, pressure relief, dressing, feeding, and transferring.
Take accurate vital signs.
Describe activities of daily living and use techniques to assist patients with them.
Participate in interdisciplinary case conferences to discuss team responsibilities, patient progress, continued care plans, and new problems.
Notify appropriate licensed staff when a patient complains of pain.
Position patients in bed with proper body alignment.
Assist patients with ambulation as necessary.
Perform patient care in a manner that optimizes safety and reduces the likelihood of medical or health care errors.
Support cultural practices when they do not harm the patient or family or interfere with the planned course of treatment.
Identify and communicate findings to the Case Manager and/or Clinical Manager and supervising RN.
Participate in other mandated agency activities as requested by the Clinical Manager or Director of Patient Care Services.
Document clearly and concisely in the medical record in accordance with reimbursement guidelines and agency policy and procedure.
Work as part of the interdisciplinary group.

Benefits

Benefits available as early as 30 days after start date
Employee discounts on travel, resorts, car rentals, Columbia products, and other offerings
Employee Hardship Fund
Bonuses program
Employee Stock Program (ESOP)
Employee wellness offerings and a family-first culture
Paid time off for a personal day of the employee’s choosing
Financial planning through Unum
Free counseling sessions through Unum
Training and educational assistance
Career advancement opportunities
401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
Employee Stock Ownership Plan
Flexible Spending Accounts
Life, accident, and disability insurance
Paid holidays
Paid continuing education credits, with online and in-person education
Discounts with AT&T Wireless and National and Enterprise car rentals
Discounted tickets to events, attractions, hotels, and resorts
Paid sick leave and vacation time; eligible employees begin accruing time on their first day of employment
Identity Theft Protection
Employee Assistance Program
Floating personal holiday
Dental, medical, and vision coverage available for full-time status