Hospice Volunteer- Snow Removal & Outdoor Support
Job Summary
Join our team by applying for one of the available home health positions listed below. Our mission is to help individuals lead healthier, more independent lives by providing the highest standard of care. We strive to respectfully and compassionately meet the needs of our patients and their families by listening, planning, educating, and delivering the highest standard of individualized care.
About the Role
We are seeking dedicated professionals to join our team. Our home health positions offer a supportive environment where you can make a meaningful impact in the lives of our patients and their families. We value our employees and appreciate their contributions to our mission.
Responsibilities
- Monitor medication compliance, set-up, IV therapy, injections, and provide necessary education for administering injections.
- Ensure compliance with special diets, weight monitoring, and the utilization of intravenous nutrition such as TPN and tube feeding.
- Instruct on the use of inhalers, aerosol machines, oxygen, and the proper care of all equipment.
- Offer post-operative care, continual monitoring of chest pain, blood pressure, edema, and education on signs and symptoms of further cardiac problems.
- Conduct dressing changes, wound vac therapy, assess wound healing, identify signs of infection, and provide dressing supplies as needed.
- Inform patients about the disease processes of various conditions such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, congestive heart failure, diabetes, renal failure, multiple sclerosis, osteoporosis, and more.
- Care for infants and children with a variety of diagnoses and special needs, performing skills such as PICC care, tracheostomy care, chemotherapy, parenteral nutrition, nasogastric or enterostomy feedings, medication administration, and providing education to parents/caregivers.
Qualifications
To succeed in this role, candidates should possess a strong background in healthcare, preferably with experience in home health settings. A current license to practice nursing is required, along with a commitment to compassionate and personalized care.
Benefits
At Ohioans, we offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth. Our team-oriented culture fosters a supportive environment where employees can thrive.
Pay
Compensation is commensurate with experience and qualifications.
Schedule
Hours vary based on the needs of our patients and the position, but typically range from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday.