Hospice Aide Outpatient

Description

Hinds Hospice, one of the most well-known and well-respected nonprofit agencies in California’s Central Valley and a pioneer in the practice of hospice and palliative care, is seeking a Hospice Aide to join our team. 

Under supervision of the Clinical Manager, the Hospice Aide cares for patients on an outpatient basis by providing personal care services to patients in their homes. Demonstrates knowledge, attitudes, behaviors, and skills that are consistent with the performance standards, code of ethics and scope of practice for hospice and palliative nursing assistants.

• Assists with patient activities of daily living.
• Assists with implementation of plan of care.
• Maintains accurate documentation in accordance with hospice home policies and procedures.
• Assists in the mobilization and ambulation of patients.
• Communicates changes in patient status and patient reports of discomfort.

Why Hinds Hospice:

A mission-driven organization and a pioneer in hospice care, Hinds Hospice seeks to uphold the dignity and ease the suffering of the terminally ill while supporting their loved ones and those who are grieving. Our vision is to be recognized for excellence in compassionate end-of-life care and specialized grief support services, accessible to all. We provide a compassionate presence, pursue excellence, act ethically, professionally, and with hope.

As a member of the Hinds Hospice team, you’ll be part of an organization with a long history of recognition for excellence and compassion. Hospice work in any position – from medical to clerical -- can be demanding. But hospice work is rewarding, especially for a person with the dedication required to rise to the challenges of end-of-life care, regardless of the position they work.

Hinds Hospice is Joint Commission accredited and was recently recognized by Fresno’s Marjaree Mason Center as its Leading Business for 2023.

Qualifications

• Compensation $26 - $28 hourly 
• Generous benefits package, including:
  • Comprehensive health insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision)
  • Flexible Spending Account
  • 401(k) with employer match
  • Life/AD&D insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Credit Union membership
  • Paid Time Off (24.5 days per year for FT employees, based on 40-hour work week).
  • Paid Mileage

Qualifications include but are not limited to:

• High School graduate or GED/equivalent
• Minimum one year experience as a Home Health Aide.
• Demonstrated ability to work with health team personnel.
• Current CPR, recent physical and TB, Tdap, MMR, Varicella, HepB, and flu immunizations.
• Must have a valid drivers license and a willingness to use personal vehicle in the course of employment.
• Must show proof of automobile insurance, proof of current auto registration and acceptable driving record.
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the job (i.e., Push, Pull, Lift/Carry 50 lbs.)
• Ability to learn and assimilate the Net Smart Computer Program/System.
• Ability to work within the timeframe of 11am and 9pm (including weekends!)

If you are a person with the dedication, the compassion, the qualifications, and the skills required…
If you want to be part of a team that strives to provide the best in hospice and palliative care to the suffering and their loved ones…

Hinds Hospice wants to hear from you.

Salary : $26 - $28