Hospice Aide - Multiple Locations
About The Position
Acting as a member of the interdisciplinary group, and under the supervision of a registered nurse, the hospice aide's primary function is to provide personal care to clients and assist with activities of daily living, simple meal preparation, non-sterile wound care, and rehabilitation exercises in an effort to meet the patient’s personal needs and promote comfort. The Hospice Aide provides care as directed by the professional staff members, is responsible for observing the patient, reporting these observations and documenting observations and care performed. The Hospice Aide will be assigned in a manner that promotes quality, continuity and safety of a patient’s care.
Requirements
- High School diploma or GED.
- Successful completion of a Nursing Assistant Course with certification.
- Work experience in a health care related setting dealing with patients for at least one (1) year is required, with experience in a hospice setting preferred.
- Current certification as a Nursing Assistant required.
- Must have a current American Heart Association BLS for Healthcare Provider Card.
- Demonstrated knowledge in proper body mechanics, infection control measures, vital sign assessment, and use of durable medical equipment to include hospital beds, wheelchairs, walkers, etc.
- Competency and skills assessment demonstration is required.
- For positions in Home Health only - Must have a valid driver's license with a good driving record.
- Must have a means of transportation.
Nice To Haves
- Work experience in a hospice setting
Responsibilities
- Provide personal care to clients
- Assist with activities of daily living
- Simple meal preparation
- Non-sterile wound care
- Rehabilitation exercises
- Observing the patient
- Reporting observations
- Documenting observations and care performed
Benefits
- Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
- Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HAS/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
- Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, and short- and long-term disability
- Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
