Zilber Hospice Nursing Assistant

Advocate Health•Milwaukee, WI

6d•$21 - $31•Onsite

About The Position

This is a Part-time PM shift position (3 PM to 11:30 PM) for 3 evenings per week, with every other weekend and holiday rotation required. The role involves assisting RNs with daily patient care in a hospice setting, focusing on end-of-life care with kindness, empathy, respect, and dignity. The Nursing Assistant will support patients and families during life's most important moments, collaborating with an interdisciplinary team.

Requirements

Interest in hospice and end-of-life care, with a desire to make a meaningful difference during life's most important moments.
Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build trusting relationships and communicate effectively with patients, families, and interdisciplinary team members.
Team player who collaborates respectfully with nurses, social workers, chaplains, and other healthcare professionals to provide patient-centered care with kindness, empathy, respect, and dignity.
Demonstrates a strong work ethic, reliability, accountability, and professionalism in all aspects of care delivery.
Flexible and adaptable in a dynamic care environment while maintaining a positive attitude and focus on quality care.
Basic computer skills.
Excellent oral and written communication.
Excellent organizational skills and ability to set priorities.
Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) needs to be obtained within 45 days.
Nurse Aide in good standing as indicated with the State Registry in which the team member practices.
Certificate of General Educational Development (GED) or High School Equivalency Diploma (HSED), or High School Graduate.

Nice To Haves

Compassionate and empathetic
Dependable and trustworthy
Respectful and professional
Excellent communicator
Collaborative team member
Self-motivated with a strong sense of responsibility
Dedicated to delivering exceptional patient and family-centered care

Responsibilities

Assists RN with daily care of patients including bathing, oral hygiene, feeding, activity orders and ambulation which may include use of therapeutic assistive devices, proper positioning, range of motion and special transferring as indicated.
Measures and documents blood pressures, TPRs (Temperature, Pulse, Respiration), I & O (Intake and Output), daily weights, and other patient data as requested. Documents accurately in Electronic Medical Record (EMR).
Performs purposeful rounding under direction of RN and promptly communicates observations, concerns, and needs of patient/family to RN. Documents appropriately.
Participates in admission, transfer and discharge process under supervision of RN including room set up, orientation to room, removing linen, and proper management of patient belongings. Ensures patient call light is always in reach of patient and answers call-lights promptly.
Collects urine, stool, and sputum specimens and performs point-of-care testing as indicated using approved process for accurate specimen labeling and identification. Maintains competency as required.
Completes various errands as directed including pick-up and delivery of trays, charts, specimens, and reports. Maintains and orders stock for nursing area. Cleans equipment and work areas.
Performs various patient positioning and transporting duties which require lifting and pushing/pulling while utilizing proper technique and assistive devices. Performs tasks related to nutritional needs of patient under direction of RN to include diet review, tray set up/removal, proper positioning and diet selection.
Performs tasks related to maintaining skin integrity to include proper repositioning and skin care. Ensures special patient supplies and appliances are provided and maintained such as TED hose and sequential compression devices.
Under the direction of RN and as determined by site/unit requirements, may be required to remove IVs, provide post mortem care, and bladder scans.
Practices within policies and procedures of infection prevention by demonstrating hand hygiene and knowledge of sterile and aseptic procedures, proper disposal of contaminated materials and utilizing proper attire when in direct contact with patients in isolation.
Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served. Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age-specific needs, and to provide the care needed as described in the department's policies and procedures. Age-specific information is developed further in the departmental job standards.

Benefits

Comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs
Competitive compensation
Generous retirement offerings
Programs that invest in your career development
Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
Incentive pay for select positions
Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
Paid Time Off programs
Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
Educational Assistance Program