Hospice Aide - Inpatient day shift

About the role

Under general supervision, is responsible for the delivery of specific aspects of patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. They are a certified non-professional worker specifically trained to give personal care to patients.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent.

Experience

• One year of previous experience.
• Current enrollment in an accredited nursing program accepted in lieu of experience.
• Hospice experience preferred.
• Previous experience with dying patients.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge and understanding of the Hospice Philosophy
• Skill in oral and written communication
• Skill in managing issues related to death/dying
• Ability to work independently
• Skill with personal computers and electronic documentation
• Ability to demonstrate empathy for the needs of the ill, injured, frail and the impaired
• Competent to safely handle medications

Licensure and Certification

Current registration with the Maryland State Board of Examiners of Nurses as a Certified Nursing Assistant.

Physical Requirements

• Possesses and maintains good physical stamina and mental health.
• Ability to concentrate and pay attention to detail when performing basic patient care tasks.
• Ability to walk and stand up to ninety percent (90%) of work time and ability to lift and position patients.

Working Conditions

Works in inpatient facility. Frequent exposure to varying temperatures, dust, noise and the like.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

• Performs personal care needs by attending to patient/family requests promptly.
• Offers and assists with bedpans and urinals.
• Provides personal care including baths, back rubs, oral hygiene, shampoos and changing bed linen.
• Assists in dressing and undressing patients as assigned.
• Assists in feeding the patient.
• Meets safety needs of patient and uses equipment safely and properly (foot stools, side rails, O2 etc.).
• Plans and prepares nutritious meals as assigned.
• Takes and records oral, rectal and auxiliary temperatures, pulse, respiration and blood pressure when ordered (within the training limitations of the aide).
• Provides proper care and observation of patient's skin to prevent breakdown of tissue over bony prominence.
• Reports patient's condition and significant changes to the assigned supervisory nurse. Also aware of the caregiver or other individuals associated with the patient and interpersonal issues.
• Assists in ambulation and exercise as instructed by the Hospice Nurse, Clinical Partner or therapist.
• Provides assistance as assigned with light laundry needs.
• Keeps patient room orderly, as assigned.
• Performs range of motion and other simple procedures as an extensional therapy service as ordered (within the training limitations of the aide).
• Provides respite for patient's/family/caregiver when on-site, as appropriate.

GBMC Values

• Respect: I will treat everyone with courtesy. I will foster a healing environment. Treats others