Hospice Aide

Eden Health•Bellingham, WA

12d

About The Position

The Hospice Aide provides physician-ordered care to patients on the assigned caseload in accordance with each patient’s plan of care. Care includes assistance with activities of daily living and personal care, taking vital signs, supporting safe mobility and positioning, and communicating observations and concerns to appropriate clinical staff. The aide works as part of the interdisciplinary group and participates in case conferences and other agency activities as requested. The role requires understanding hospice regulations, standards, philosophy, and end-of-life care, including pain-control measures. The aide provides clear, concise documentation in the medical record consistent with reimbursement guidelines and agency policies and procedures, while helping maintain a safe care environment and respecting cultural practices that do not harm the patient or interfere with treatment.

Requirements

Thorough knowledge and understanding of the functions of a hospice agency.
Knowledge of hospice regulations and standards, the dying patient, pain-control measures, hospice philosophy, and issues of death and dying.
Genuine interest in and compassion for patients and families dealing with end-of-life issues.
Ability to be flexible, organized, and function under stressful situations.
Ability to communicate effectively in English, verbally and in writing.
Excellent interpersonal, writing, and presentation skills.
Knowledge of general modalities and scope of practice within the state of agency operation.
Self-directed and able to work in the field with minimal supervision.
Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
Proof of automobile insurance; motor vehicle record will be checked.
Proof of current CPR certification.
Ability to pass a criminal background check and national sex offender clearance.

Responsibilities

Provide care ordered by the physician and indicated in the plan of care, including baths, oral hygiene, nail and foot care, skin care, pressure relief, dressing, feeding, and transferring patients.
Take accurate vital signs.
Describe activities of daily living and use techniques to help patients meet those needs.
Participate in interdisciplinary group 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 and assist with ambulation as necessary.
Perform patient-care duties in a manner that promotes 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 medical treatment.
Identify and communicate findings to the Case Manager, Clinical Manager, and supervising RN.
Participate in other agency-mandated 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 policies and procedures.
Work as part of the interdisciplinary group.

Benefits

Employee discounts on travel, resorts, car rentals, Columbia, and other offerings.
Employee hardship fund.
Bonuses program.
Employee stock program / employee stock ownership plan (ESOP).
Employee wellness program.
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.
Flexible spending accounts.
Life, accident, and disability insurance.
Paid holidays.
Paid continuing education credits.
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.