Hospice Homemaker Aide | Part-Time

Phelps Health

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Phelps Health is a 2000-employee-strong hospital and healthcare system serving the heart of small-town Missouri. No matter where you start with us, we’re committed to taking our team to the top. If you’re ready for the challenge of providing life-saving care or supporting those who do, read on to find your fit in the Phelps Health family. The Homemaker Aide assists the client in personal care, rehabilitative activities, nutrition, housekeeping, companionship and/or other therapeutic activities as prescribed by the care plan developed by a registered nurse or therapist, and other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Be at least 18 years of age and have at least 6 months paid work experience as an agency homemaker, nurse aide/maid, or household worker OR at least one year experience caring for children, sick, or aged individuals.
Successful completion of formal training in nursing arts or as a nursing assistant can be substituted for the qualifying experience.
A valid Driver's license and proof of automobile insurance is required.
Ability to stand and walk for long periods of time and to walk up and down flights of stairs.
Ability to receive and express detailed information through oral communications, visual acuity, and the ability to read and understand written directions.
Lifting up to 35 lbs.
Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills.
Ability to safely operate an automobile.
Drive: 2-4 hrs. per day
Must be able to maneuver around architectural barriers and obstructions in patient's home.
Must be able to tolerate temperature changes, smoke, fumes, dust and pets found in patient's home.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent preferred, not required.
American Heart Association Basic Life Support certification and C.N.A. preferred.

Responsibilities

Assists the client with personal care, and assists the client with medications, ordinarily self-administered, and ordered by the physician.
Observes and reports any changes in the client’s condition or home environment and communicates when unable to carry out planned assignments.
Performs duties in an efficient and effective manner and attends required in-services.
Promotes appropriate levels of independence while maintaining the client’s comfort.
Provides housekeeping, shopping, errands, and companionship services.
Provides meals according to the client’s nutritional needs.
Provides safe, competent, age-appropriate care and completes documentation within established time frames.