Hospice Support Specialist

CARING HANDS & MORE LLC•Iowa City, IA

10d•$16 - $0•Onsite

About The Position

As the Hospice Support Specialist you will deliver compassionate, end-of-life care focused on comfort, dignity, and quality of life for terminally ill patients and their families. This position will work as part of team in providing a variety of services for clients to maintain their comfort and support the Individualized Care Plan. Part-time positions are available for weekends, overnights and weekday shifts.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age
Possess a minimum of a high school diploma or equivalency.
A passion to support others while respecting individual differences
Ability to read, write and follow a written Individual Plan of Care
Effective verbal, written, and interpersonal skills
Demonstrated ability to maintain professionalism and confidentiality with clients, staff members, agency leadership, and outside stakeholders
Basic to intermediate computer skills

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in nursing, direct support services or caregiver role is preferable.

Responsibilities

Interacts with individuals on a daily basis, listening and appropriately responding to their concerns.
Perform routine procedures to maintain flexibility such as range of motion exercises and assistance in ambulation.
Performs personal care activities, including but not limited to: Bathing and shampooing, Skin care/nail care, Oral hygiene, Shaving, Dressing.
Performs a variety of household services essential to health care including: Meal preparation/feeding, Basic laundry, Light housekeeping and cleaning.
Assists in the administration of medications that are ordinarily self-administered according to company policy.
Reports any observed or reported changes in the client's condition and/or needs to the supervisor.
Document all care provided and completes the forms required for the client's records.
Enter and submit the appropriate records to document care given and pertinent observations.
Promotes personal safety and a safe environment for clients by observing infection control practices.
Demonstrates safe practice in the use of equipment and notifies the supervisor of educational needs.
Effectively communicates with all members of the interdisciplinary team through verbal reports, participation in staff meetings, and team conferences, as requested.
Maintains confidentiality in all aspects of the job.