Hospice Aide - Intrepid USA - Terre Haute, IN

Specific tasks assigned to a Hospice Aide:
Follow the written instructions on the Aide Assignment Sheet for patient care, as prepared by the Registered Nurse

Perform simple procedures as an extension of nursing and therapy services

Give personal care to patients, including, but not limited to:

bathing

shampoo

shaving

mouth care

skin care

Assist patient with ambulation, transfers, and exercise

Perform household services essential to health care at home

Care for patient’s surroundings as necessary to maintain a safe environment

Give medication reminders on medications that are ordinarily self-administered

Report to the Registered Nurses/Nursing Supervisor changes in the patient’s condition and needs

Complete appropriate documentation according to Hospice policies

Attend all mandatory in-service programs and staff meetings

Skills

Ability to document patient care on appropriate agency form

Ability to follow instructions from the Nursing Supervisor and other professional staff

Ability to assess safety of home situations for self, patients, and other staff members, including physical and psychological dangers

Ability to effectively cope with patients, families and all others with varying backgrounds

Maintains confidentiality of information relating to patient

Communication skills including the ability to read, write, speak and understand English or language of client and/or sign language as needed for the job and make brief and accurate oral and written reports

Ability to read a map for follow verbal driving directions

Working knowledge of the regulatory requirements at the state, federal, and local level

Must be able to work alone without usual support systems immediately available in acute care settings

Qualifications

High school graduate or GED preferred for Hospice Aide position. Completion of the Home Health Aide Competency Examination. A qualified Hospice Aide will have a minimum of one (1) year of hospital experience. Experience in nursing home or public health nursing is preferred. Must have effective means of transportation, a valid driver’s license, and auto liability insurance coverage. Current CPR certification preferred and as required by state regulations.

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