Hospice Aide

Integritus Healthcare•Greenfield, MA

51d•Onsite

About The Position

This is a full-time, 40-hour per week position. The Hospice Aide is a trained support member of the interdisciplinary team with responsibility for specialized services that provide comfort and personal care to hospice patients. The scope of work assigned to a Hospice Aide is determined by the individual interdisciplinary plan of care and will be in accordance with all agency policies and regulations that govern the provision of the service. Pioneer Valley Hospice has been caring for area families since 1989, providing top-quality skilled nursing care for short-term rehabilitation and long-term care. We focus on maximizing patient recovery, comfort, and independence for the highest possible quality of life. From post-surgery and post-hospital rehabilitation to long-term care for a chronic illness, our highly skilled care teams provide compassionate attention and specialized care every step of the way.

Requirements

Minimum of one 1 year C.N.A Experience.
High school diploma or equivalent
Satisfactory completion of training program approved by MDPH for HCA-III and other regulators
Possesses and maintains current CPR Certification
Massachusetts Nursing Assistant certification required
Valid driver’s license
Demonstrates good verbal and written communication, and organization skills.
Strong observation skills and problem-solving skills.
Ability to exercise appropriate professional boundaries.

Nice To Haves

Home Health or Hospice experience is preferred.
Understand hospice philosophy, and issues of death/dying.
CHPNA Certified Hospice and Palliative Nursing Assistant preferred.

Responsibilities

Provides direct patient care within the parameters of current CNA license and in accordance with PVHPC Hospice Aide competency checklist.
Assists in providing personal care services per plan of care.
Uses and maintains special equipment and supplies appropriately
Informs supervisor/RN case manager of any changes in patient’s condition or family situation.
Recognizes need for guidance, accepts and or seeks assistance.
Accompanies patient outside the home when directed.
Reports concerns of patient abuse or neglect immediately to RN/case manager/supervisor.
Maintains a clean and safe environment for patient by performing household services that promote the comfort, safety, and hygiene of the patient per plan of care.
Assists in meeting the nutritional needs and dietary requirements of the patient by performing the following per plan of care: meal preparation, offering fluids and nutrition, assisting with feedings.
Participate in IDT meetings as appropriate.
A Hospice Aide, with additional training and proven performance, may assist with other certain procedures per plan of care such as: applying certain prescription creams and ointments, assisting with care of colostomy and appliances, or assisting with use of special devices such as a Hoyer Lift.