Hospice Aide- PRN

Our culture and people are what set us apart from other post-acute care providers. We’re dedicated to the growth and development of our team to set them up for success. We CARE for our patients like they are our own FAMILY.

Summa Hospice

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PRN (As Needed)

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HOW YOU'LL MAKE A DIFFERENCE!!

As Hospice Aide the work you do every day makes a difference in the lives of our patients. As a Hospice Aide you are an essential member of the Hospice team by performing various services for a patient as necessary to meet the patient's personal needs and to promote comfort.

WHAT WE OFFER

We make it easy to do your job and have competitive financial incentives. Our benefits package is also competitive in the market. We provide medical, dental, and vision insurance with flexibility for you to select what works best for you. Eligible teammates will also receive paid time off, opportunity to participate in 401k, company paid life insurance and access to a robust Employee Assistance Program.

HOW YOU'LL WORK

You'll perform personal care needs for your patient and attend to their requests promptly. You will effectively communicate the patient's condition and significant changes to the assigned supervisory nurse and inform the caregiver of any issues. You'll be responsible for all practices and duties within the Hospice Aide scope of practice as outlined by the state.

MAJOR AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY

Patient Care: Provide care that includes baths, back rubs, oral hygiene, shampoos and changing bed linen as often as assigned. Take and record oral, rectal and axillary temperatures, pulse, respiration and blood pressure when ordered with appropriate completed/demonstrated skills competency. Assist in dressing and undressing patients as assigned. Assist in meal prep and feeding patients as assigned.

Extended Services: Assist in ambulation and exercise as instructed by the primary care nurse or therapist. Pe...