The Hospice Aide Under the direction and ongoing supervision of a registered nurse, provides personal direct patient care services as established and delegated in the Plan of Care daily.
Reports after patient encounter to the Executive Director, or designee, regarding the patient's condition or environment, following the Care Management process on as needed basis.
Provides assistance with the following ADLs during each patient visit: mobility, transfers, walking, grooming, bathing, dressing or undressing, eating or toileting.
Performs incidental household services essential to the patient's health care at home conducting household services that are necessary to prevent or postpone institutionalization on as needed basis.
Participates in QAPI plan or process identifying any problems and reporting administrator on a daily or as needed basis.
Provides emotional support & compassionate care to the patient & family on regular basis.
Qualifications:
Education and Experience
License Requirements
Successful completion of a competency evaluation prior to patient care.
Current CPR certification requirements.
Current driver's license, vehicle insurance, and access to a dependable vehicle or public transportation.
Skill Requirements
Mature and able to deal effectively with the demands of a hospice aide position.
Must be able to read, write, and carry out directions promptly and accurately.
