What are the responsibilities and job description for the Hospice Aide (FT) - South Team position at Hospice of the Piedmont Inc?
Description
Are you passionate about providing compassionate care to individuals in need? Do you have a special calling to support patients and families during their end-of-life journey? We seek a dedicated and skilled Hospice Aide to provide personal care services to patients. This position mainly covers southern Albemarle, Nelson, Buckingham, and Fluvanna counties.
This role involves providing personal care and/or homemaker services to patients under the guidance of a Registered Nurse. The goal is to support both the patients and their caregivers in a way that aligns with the Hospice philosophy, ensuring care is meaningful and compassionate.
In this role you will provide a wide range of responsibilities to ensure the well-being and comfort of patients. Key duties include:
- Personal Care: Assisting with hygiene, toileting, mobility, medication, and meal preparation.
- Health Monitoring: Measuring and recording vital signs, fluid intake/output, and reporting changes to the nurse supervisor.
- Documentation: Maintaining electronic medical records (EMR) and documenting services provided.
- Housekeeping: Performing light housekeeping duties in the patient area.
- Patient Environment: Ensuring a clean, safe, and pleasant environment.
- Infection Control: Following infection control principles.
- Emergency Procedures: Recognizing and responding to emergencies.
- Professional Development: Maintaining competency and registration.
Qualifications:
- High School Diploma or GED
- Registered by the Virginia Department of Health Professions as a Certified Nurse’s Aide
- One year relevant experience required
- Hospice experience preferred
- Must demonstrate basic computer skills.
- Driver’s license, personal automobile and current automobile liability insurance
Typical Physical Demands/Working Conditions:
- Regular use of hands, reaching, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, talking, and hearing. Frequent standing, sitting, climbing, and balancing. Occasional walking, tasting, and smelling.
- Ability to lift/move up to 50 pounds and push up to 200 pounds in a wheelchair.
- Effective telephone communication, keyboarding, and regular use of a computer screen.
- Frequent travel
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.
