Hospice Aide - Salem, OR
16 hours ago
Job description
Job Summary
Join our compassionate team as a Hospice Aide, where your dedication and caring nature will make a meaningful difference in the lives of patients facing life-limiting illnesses. In this vital role, you will provide personalized, respectful care that promotes comfort, dignity, and quality of life. Your hands-on support will help patients with their daily needs, ensuring they feel safe, valued, and cared for in their home or community setting. This position offers an opportunity to work closely with interdisciplinary teams, delivering holistic hospice care that emphasizes compassion and respect.
Responsibilities
- Assist patients with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), including bathing, dressing, grooming, and mobility support using equipment such as Hoyer lifts and wheelchairs.
- Monitor and observe patient conditions regularly, recording vital signs and reporting changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Support patients with medication reminders and basic medication administration following medical documentation protocols while adhering to HIPAA regulations.
- Provide specialized care for individuals with dementia or Alzheimer's disease, including memory care techniques and behavioral management strategies.
- Assist with catheter care, wound care, and other medical procedures under supervision or as directed by nursing staff.
- Maintain a clean and safe environment by assisting with light housekeeping tasks such as laundry, cleaning patient areas, and meal preparation to promote overall well-being.
- Document patient interactions accurately within Electronic Health Record (EHR) or Electronic Medical Record (EMR) systems to ensure seamless communication among care team members.
Requirements
- Prior experience in hospice care, nursing home settings, assisted living facilities, or home health environments is highly preferred.
- Demonstrated ability to perform patient observation accurately and respond effectively to changing conditions.
- Knowledge of medical terminology, vital signs measurement, medication administration, and infection control practices including CPR certification.
- Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities or dementia is advantageous.
- Familiarity with EHR/EMR systems for medical documentation and compliance with HIPAA standards.
- Ability to lift or transfer patients safely using assistive devices such as Hoyer lifts; experience with catheter care and other medical procedures is a plus.
- Strong caregiving skills complemented by excellent communication abilities; compassionate attitude essential for providing hospice support.
- Valid certification in CPR; additional certifications in hospice care or long-term care are beneficial.
- Flexibility to work in home & community settings; experience in home & community care preferred. Join us in delivering heartfelt hospice care that truly makes a difference We are committed to supporting our team members through ongoing training opportunities and fostering a caring environment where your skills can flourish while enriching the lives of those we serve.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $ $26.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
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