Hospice Aide PRN-East Home Care
About The Position
The Hospice Aide I provides direct patient care to Hospice of Cincinnati patients under the direction of a nurse. The aide assists with or performs basic activities of daily living, including bathing, feeding, and assisting with ambulation, and provides companionship and emotional support, including during times of crisis. The position requires knowledge of safety policies and adherence to approved procedures. This PRN, field-based position supports the Hospice of Cincinnati East Home Care/Long-Term Care Team, providing care in patients’ homes and long-term care settings across eastern Hamilton County, Clermont County, Brown County, and Warren County. The touch-base office is in Anderson. The aide works with an interdisciplinary team that includes physicians, CNPs, nurses, STNAs, social workers, chaplains, holistic care providers, and volunteers. The team provides patient care Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM–4:30 PM, with 8-hour shifts. The role involves regular travel throughout the service territory; reliable transportation and automobile insurance are required. Mileage reimbursement is provided. This PRN position is not eligible for TriHealth benefits.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED; two years of high school education in general studies is required.
- Six months to two years of previous healthcare experience is required.
- Reading and math ability appropriate to the position.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 30 days is required.
- Reliable transportation and automobile insurance are required.
Responsibilities
- Perform and document basic patient care tasks under the direct supervision of a nurse, including bathing, feeding, and assistance with ambulation.
- Provide companionship and emotional support to patients, including during times of crisis.
- Follow regulatory and organizational processes and practices to promote a safe clinical environment.
- Communicate effectively with the patient’s interdisciplinary team, including patients and family members.
- Perform quality checks on equipment and supplies and report problems or malfunctions appropriately.
- Monitor supply rooms, report missing supplies, and restock supplies as needed.
- Meet regulatory and organizational documentation requirements to accurately report clinical interactions and patient status.
- Use technology as needed for documentation purposes.
- Know and follow safety policies and approved procedures.
Benefits
- Hospice of Cincinnati mileage reimbursement is provided.
- This PRN position is not eligible for TriHealth benefits.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
