Home Health Aide - Homeland, United States - St. Mary's Hospice Inc.
3 weeks ago
Description
Job Title/Position:
Certified Hospice Aide
Reports to:
Clinical Supervisor or Case Manager
JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY
The hospice aide is paraprofessional member of the interdisciplinary group who works under the supervision of a registered nurse and performs various services for a patient as necessary to meet the patient's personal needs and to promote comfort.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES
Responsibilities of the hospice aide, but are not limited to the following:
- Performing personal needs after given a pateint's assignment and attending to his/her request promptl. If unable to perform a certain task, report to the primary care nurse immediately.
- Meeting safety needs of patient and using equipment safety and properly (foot stools. Sde rails, O2 etc.)
- Giving personal care including baths, back rubs, oral hygiene, shampoos and changing bed linen 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.
- Provides appropriate paim/symptom management. Evaluates patient' respose to treatments/medications.
- Participates in personal growth and development. Also participates in organization's quality management program.
- Performs other duties as assigned by the registered nurse.
The above statements are intented to be a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job.
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS
- Graduate of an accredited practical nurse or vocational nursing program,
- Three years nursing experience. Community health/hospice or medical/surgical experienced is preferred.
- Complies with accepted professional standards and practice.
- Demonstrates good verbal and written communication, and organizational skills.
- Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state and/or organization requirements and is in good working order.
- Understand philosophy of hospice concept. Also understands needs of the terminally ill.
Job Type:
Part-time
Pay:
From $30.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Medical specialties:
- Hospice & Palliative Medicine
Standard shift:
- Day shift
Weekly schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Work setting:
- Outpatient
Education:
- High school or equivalent (preferred)
Experience:
Home Care: 1 year (preferred)
License/Certification:
- CNA (preferred)
- HHA (required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Homeland, CA: Relocate before starting work (required)
Work Location:
Multiple locations
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