Join our dedicated team at Hospice of the Piedmont as a full-time Hospice Aide who provides personal care and/or homemaker services supporting the patients and caregivers in a manner that is meaningful and reflects the Hospice philosophy and concepts of care. We are committed to delivering the highest level of skill, compassion, and respect to our community through hospice services.RequirementsResponsibilities/General Duties (Including but not limited to):
- Assists patients with personal hygiene, including shower, tub or bed baths and mouth, skin and hair care - all activities of daily living that are required.
- Assists patients in the use of toilet facilities, including bedpans, incontinent care etc.
- Assists patients in and out of bed, including the use of mechanical lifting equipment, when applicable
- Assists patients with walking, including the use of walkers and wheelchairs, when applicable
- Assists patients with self-administration of medications
- Assists with simple meal preparation and feeding, when required
- Assists with prescribed exercises when the patient and the nursing assistant have been instructed by the appropriate health professional
- Measures and records fluid intake and output
- Takes and records blood pressure, pulse and respiration when required
- Maintains and uses EMR according to agency guidelines
- Records and reports changes to the nurse supervisor in the patient's physical condition, behavior or appearance
- Documents services delivered in accordance with Hospice medical records policies and procedures, and submit documentation in a timely fashion i.e.: weekly
- May require light housekeeping duties in patient area
- Assures personal care provided as is ordered by the plan of care and/or nurse's instruction and in adherence to Hospice's policies related to respect, privacy, confidentiality and personal property
- Discusses with supervising nurse no less than bi-weekly the patient's plan of care for supervisor review of care provided
- Assists in maintaining a clean, safe, healthy and pleasant environment for the patient
- Maintains basic principles of infection control in performing patient care duties
- Recognizes emergencies and has knowledge of emergency procedures
- Maintains professional competency and registration performing any other duties as assigned
- Completes other assignments and tasks as requested
Typical Physical Demands/Working Conditions:
- The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.
- While performing the duties of the job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to handle or feel objects, tools or controls, reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; and talk to hear. The employee frequently is required to stand, sit and climb or balance. The employee is occasionally required to walk, taste or smell.
- The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 75-100 pounds and push up to 200 pounds in a wheelchair. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
- Incumbent must be able to communicate by way of telephone. Keyboarding is required. Regular use of computer screen is required to complete tasks. Ability to drive and to negotiate steps.
- Noise level is low. Physical and emotional health necessary for the accomplishment of position duties.
Qualifications:
- This position requires a high school diploma or GED
- Registered by the Virginia Department of Health Professions as a Certified Nurse's Aide
- One year of relevant experience required
- Hospice experience preferred
In addition to joining a compassionate team dedicated to making a positive impact, we offer competitive wages and a comprehensive benefits package. Hospice of the Piedmont is a non-profit, equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and patients served.