CNA Hospice Aide Full-time Job
Dec 26th, 2022 at 13:32 Home Health Care Fleming Island 133 views Reference: 3578Job Details
Job Description Summary
Under the supervision of the Clinical Manager or designated Manager, the Hospice Aide performs basic patient care activities necessary in caring for the personal needs and comfort of terminally ill patients in various settings. The Hospice Aide works along with the interdisciplinary team to provide quality patient care. Weekend and Holiday work required.
All employees assigned this job title must be willing and able to flex their work location within and between the various Community Hospice locations at any time.
8:00AM to 4:00PM Monday- Friday and one Saturday a month
Job Description
Primary Responsibilities:
Provides personal care including light housekeeping, and meal preparation as directed in the Hospice Aide care plan.
Demonstrates knowledge of standard precautions and ability to perform basic infection control procedures.
Demonstrates to family/caregiver proper techniques to meet the personal care needs of the patient.
Performs personal care activities to promote and maintain patient hygiene.
Assists patients in performing necessary activities of daily living.
Assists patients with ambulation and exercise.
Assists patients with medications that are ordinarily self-administrated.
Uses proper body mechanics to promote patient safety.
Reports changes in patient’s condition or care needs that require follow-up to supervisory and/or appropriate team member. Can include physical, spiritual, social and emotional status.
Documents care provided in accordance with agency standards
Maintains patient confidentiality at all times.
Attends team meetings and participate in other agency meetings as directed.
Maintains a minimum of twelve (12) hours of training/education specific to position annually.
Other duties as assigned.
Additional Job Description
Required Licenses/Certifications:
Current licensure as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) in the state of Florida.
Current BLS Certification
Current State of Florida Driver’s license with driving record acceptable to Community Hospice insurance carrier; reliable transportation.
Education/Experience:
Any combination of education and experience that would provide required skills and knowledge for successful performance would be qualifying. Typical qualifications would be equivalent to:
High school diploma or GED equivalent preferred.
Must have six (6) months combined experience in home care or hospital, and long-term care.
Experience in caring for the terminally ill preferred.
Under the supervision of the Clinical Manager or designated Manager, the Hospice Aide performs basic patient care activities necessary in caring for the personal needs and comfort of terminally ill patients in various settings. The Hospice Aide works along with the interdisciplinary team to provide quality patient care. Weekend and Holiday work required.
All employees assigned this job title must be willing and able to flex their work location within and between the various Community Hospice locations at any time.
8:00AM to 4:00PM Monday- Friday and one Saturday a month
Job Description
Primary Responsibilities:
Provides personal care including light housekeeping, and meal preparation as directed in the Hospice Aide care plan.
Demonstrates knowledge of standard precautions and ability to perform basic infection control procedures.
Demonstrates to family/caregiver proper techniques to meet the personal care needs of the patient.
Performs personal care activities to promote and maintain patient hygiene.
Assists patients in performing necessary activities of daily living.
Assists patients with ambulation and exercise.
Assists patients with medications that are ordinarily self-administrated.
Uses proper body mechanics to promote patient safety.
Reports changes in patient’s condition or care needs that require follow-up to supervisory and/or appropriate team member. Can include physical, spiritual, social and emotional status.
Documents care provided in accordance with agency standards
Maintains patient confidentiality at all times.
Attends team meetings and participate in other agency meetings as directed.
Maintains a minimum of twelve (12) hours of training/education specific to position annually.
Other duties as assigned.
Additional Job Description
Required Licenses/Certifications:
Current licensure as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) in the state of Florida.
Current BLS Certification
Current State of Florida Driver’s license with driving record acceptable to Community Hospice insurance carrier; reliable transportation.
Education/Experience:
Any combination of education and experience that would provide required skills and knowledge for successful performance would be qualifying. Typical qualifications would be equivalent to:
High school diploma or GED equivalent preferred.
Must have six (6) months combined experience in home care or hospital, and long-term care.
Experience in caring for the terminally ill preferred.
Company Description
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