HOSPICE AIDE - Field Work Required

Responsibilities

• On-site and field visit duties.
• Provides direct patient care within the parameters of current CNA license and in accordance with Hospice Aide competency checklist.
• Aids in providing personal care services per plan of care.
• Maintains and uses special equipment and supplies appropriately.
• Informs supervisor/RN case manager of any changes in patient’s condition or family situation.
• Recognizes need for guidance, accepts and/or seeks assistance.
• Accompanies patient outside the home when directed.
• Reports concerns of patient abuse or neglect immediately to RN/case manager/supervisor.
• Maintains a clean and safe environment for patient by performing household services that promote the comfort, safety, and hygiene of the patient per plan of care.
• Aids in meeting the nutritional needs and dietary requirements of the patient by performing the following per plan of care: meal preparation, offering fluids and nutrition, assisting with feedings.
• May assist with other certain procedures per plan of care such as: applying certain prescription creams and ointments, assisting with care of colostomy and appliances, or assisting with use of special devices such as a Hoyer Lift.

Qualifications

• MUST have CURRENT MA CNA or HHA Certification.

Pay

Competitive Pay Based On Experience
Salary Range- $18.00-$22.09 per hour