Hospice STNA

Addus HomeCare•Mason, OH

About The Position

This role involves performing personal care needs for patients, ensuring their safety, and assisting with daily living activities. The STNA will also be responsible for basic health monitoring and reporting patient conditions to the Case Manager. A key aspect of this role is providing comfort and support to terminally ill patients and their families, aligning with the hospice philosophy.

Requirements

At least 16 years of age
Certified by the state as a nurse aide
Maintains a current CPR Certification
List on the state aide registry with a clear record
Able to deliver care to patients
Understands hospice philosophy
Comfortable providing specialized care to the terminally ill

Responsibilities

Performing personal care needs after given a patient’s assignment and attending to his/her requests promptly.
Meeting safety needs of patient and using equipment safely and properly (foot stools, side rails, O2 etc.).
Giving personal care including baths, back rubs, oral hygiene, shampoos and changing bed lined as often as assigned.
Assisting in dressing and undressing patients as assigned.
Planning and preparing nutritious meals, including shopping, as assigned.
Assisting in feeding the patient as assigned.
Taking and recording temperatures, pulse, respiration and blood pressure when ordered with appropriate completed/demonstrated skills competency.
Providing proper care and observation of patient’s skin to prevent breakdown of tissue over bony prominence.
Reporting on patient’s condition and significant changes to the Case Manager.
Being aware of the caregiver or other individuals living with the patient and interpersonal issues.
Providing respite for patient’s/family/caregiver when on-site, as appropriate.