Hospice Aide | Home Health | Weekend Baylor (Sat & Sun 8am-8pm)--work 24 hours, get paid for 32!
Beth Israel Lahey Health · Beverly, MA · 1 mo ago
Healthcare$21–$28.26/hrInternship
Schedule
8 am – 8 pm Saturday & Sunday – work 24 hours, get paid for 32 hours.
Coverage Area
Northshore / Central Territory.
Responsibilities
- Provide compassionate personal care and homemaker services in accordance with the IDT plan of care.
- Assist patients with personal hygiene and grooming, including shower, tub or bed baths, and mouth, skin, nail, and hair care.
- Assist patients in the use of toilet facilities, including bed pans.
- Provide skin care, monitor for pressure areas and sores, and apply preventive measures.
- Transfer patients safely in and out of bed using gait belts and mechanical lifting equipment, as appropriate.
- Assist patients with ambulation using walkers, canes, or wheelchairs, as applicable.
- Cue patients for self‑administered medications.
- Prepare meals and assist with feeding when required.
- Observe, report, and document patient status and care provided.
- Take and record vital signs (temperature, pulse, respirations) as directed.
- Practice basic infection control procedures.
- Document patient functioning and changes for the hospice nurse case manager.
- Maintain a clean, safe, and healthy environment in the patient’s home.
- Recognize emergencies and contact emergency personnel and supervisor when necessary.
- Understand the physical, developmental, and emotional needs of the populations served.
- Treat patients and their property with respect.
Requirements
- Valid Massachusetts Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification or Home Health Aide (HHA) certificate.
- Vaccination against influenza (flu) as a condition of employment.
Benefits
- Highly competitive pay rate.
- Generous paid time off (PTO).
- 403(b) retirement plan.
- Tuition assistance.
- Reasonable geographic territory with strong clinical support resources.
- Inclusive, diverse team that values staff input.
Pay
Base hourly wage range: $21.00 – $28.26. Compensation may exceed the base rate depending on shift differentials, call pay, premium pay, overtime, and other applicable pay practices.