STNA Hospice Aide

JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY

The hospice aide is a paraprofessional member of the interdisciplinary group who works under the supervision of a registered nurse and performs various services for a patient as necessary to meet the patient's personal needs and to promote comfort. The hospice aide is responsible for observing the patient, reporting these observations, and documenting observations and care performed. The hospice aide will be assigned by a Registered Nurse in a manner that promotes quality, continuity, and safety of a patient’s care.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES

Responsibilities of the hospice aide include, but are not limited to, the following

1. Performing personal care needs after given a patient's assignment and attending to his/her requests promptly. If unable to perform a certain task, report to the RN Case Manager immediately.

2. Providing patient and family with positive communication techniques, within realm of ethical and respectful care, including confidentiality.

3. Meeting safety needs of patient and using equipment safely and properly (foot stools, side rails, O2 etc.)

4. Giving personal care including baths, back rubs, oral hygiene, shampoos and changing bed linen as often as assigned.

5. Assisting in dressing and undressing patients as assigned.

6. Planning and preparing nutritious meals, including shopping, as assigned.

7. Assisting in feeding the patient as assigned.

8. Providing proper care and observation of patient's skin to prevent breakdown of tissue over bony prominence.

9. Observing and reporting on patient's condition and significant changes to the RN Case Manager. Also aware of the caregiver or other individuals living with the patient and interpersonal issues.

10. Assisting in ambulation and exercise as instructed by the hospice RN.

11. Provide normal range of motion and transfers/positioning as directed.

12. Assistance with self-administered medications as allowed by state regulations, such as “reminders.”

13. Offering and assisting with bedpans and urinals. Aiding as assigned with light laundry needs.

14. Performing range of motion and other simple procedures as an extensional therapy service as ordered with appropriate completed/demonstrated skills competency.

15. Providing respite for patients/family/caregivers when on-site, as appropriate.

16. Keeping patient's living area clean and orderly, as assigned.

17. Adhering to the organization's documentation and care procedures and standards of personal and professional conduct.

18. Participates in quality assessment performance improvement teams and activities.

19. Respectful of patient and family/caregiver environment and patient's personal needs.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

• Meets the training requirements of the state in which employed.
• Shows proof of registration on the Home Care Aide Registry through the Department of Social Services, Home Care Services Bureau.
• Must have CNA and HHA Certification through the state in which employed.
• Ability to read and follow written instructions and document care given.
• Understands hospice philosophy, comfortable providing specialized care to the terminally ill.
• Is self-directing with the ability to work with little direct supervision. Secure with issues of death/dying. Provides a calm manner when in a patient’s home.
• Has empathy for the needs of the ill, injured, frail and the impaired.
• Possess and maintains current CPR certification.
• Demonstrates tact, patience, and good personal hygiene.
• Licensed driver with automobile that is insured in accordance with organization requirements and is in good working order.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Good organizational skills.
• Maintains current and valid Driver’s License and Automobile Insurance coverage at all times.
• Must have a reliable form of transportation.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

1. The ability to sit occasionally for 1-3 hours.

2. The ability to frequently stand for 3-6 hours.

3. The ability to occasionally drive/ operate foot control for 1-3 hours.

4. The ability to walk occasionally on level surface for 1-3 hours.

5. The ability to walk intermittently on unlevel surface for less than 1 hour.

6. The ability to intermittently bend or climb for less than 1 hour.

7. The ability to occasionally twist, kneel, crouch and crawl for 1-3 hours.

8. The ability to lift 50 pounds intermittently in less than 1 hour.

9. The ability to carry up to 50 pounds intermittently in less than 1 hour.

10. The ability to push up to 50 pounds intermittently in less than 1 hour.

11. The ability to pull up to 50 pounds intermittently in less than 1 hour.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $21.00 - $24.00 per hour

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Mileage reimbursement
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Physical Setting

* Nursing home

Work Location: On the road