Position Type Full Time
Travel Percentage 100%
Description
Work Where You Matter!
At St. Croix Hospice we guide patients and families through the end-of-life journey. Through compassionate care, we focus on our patient’s quality of life, empowering them to make the most of their time with dignity, comfort and respect. If you are ready to be part of an extraordinary team of caregivers, then come work where you matter.
Hospice Aide
Position Overview
The Hospice Aide is a Certified Nursing Assistant and paraprofessional member of the interdisciplinary care team who works under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. The Hospice Aide provides direct support and personal care for hospice patients, to assist in their day-to-day needs, provide comfort and enhance their quality of life. The Hospice Aide is responsible for following patients’ individual Plan of Care, providing in-person care, maintaining documentation and coordinating with the patient’s RN Case Manager.
Essential Functions and Skills
Provide personal care, including bathing, dressing, oral hygiene, and bed linen changes.
Assist patients with mobility, transfers, and exercises as instructed by nursing staff.
Offer assistance with meals, feeding, and light household tasks as assigned.
Monitor and report patient condition changes to the RN Case Manager.
Administer routine skin care to prevent breakdown and ensure patient comfort.
Support medication reminders per state regulations.
Maintain a clean, safe, and organized patient environment.
Provide emotional support and respite for family caregivers.
Use equipment safely and appropriately for patient care needs.
Adhere to all documentation and HIPAA compliance standards.
Participate in quality assessment and performance improvement activities.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Requirements/Qualifications
Must have an active Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) license in the state of practice.
Must be at least 18 years of age.
Ability to pass background study, consumer report and drug test.
Valid State Driver’s License, access to an automobile in good working order, automobile insurance in accordance with state and organizational requirements, and an acceptable driving record required.
Physical Requirements The physical requirements described are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential responsibilities of this position. Reasonable accommodation may be made.
Pushing/Pulling and Lifting/carrying up to 30 pounds. Occasionally up to 50 pounds.
Ability to adapt to a variety of work conditions to ensure the highest quality of patient care in a home setting.
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