What are the responsibilities and job description for the HOSPICE AIDE position at HospiceCare in The Berkshires, Inc.?
Come join this collaborative and innovative team. At Integritus Healthcare you will enjoy WEEKLY pay, generous time off, exceptional health insurance, and the ability to grow in your career. Integritus Healthcare wants you!
Competitive pay based on experience:
MUST have CURRENT MA CNA or HHA Certification.
CNA: $18.00 -$22.09
We will pay your way through an LPN program or associate-level RN program.
Integritus Healthcare wants you!
- Provides direct patient care within the parameters of current CNA license and in accordance with Hospice Aide competency checklist.
- Assists in providing personal care services per plan of care.
- Uses and maintains special equipment and supplies appropriately
- Informs supervisor/RN case manager of any changes in patient’s condition or family situation.
- Recognizes need for guidance, accepts and or seeks assistance.
- Accompanies patient outside the home when directed.
- Reports concerns of patient abuse or neglect immediately to RN/case manager/supervisor.
- Maintains a clean and safe environment for patient by performing household services that promote the comfort, safety, and hygiene of the patient per plan of care.
- Assists in meeting the nutritional needs and dietary requirements of the patient by performing the following per plan of care: meal preparation, offering fluids and nutrition, assisting with feedings.
- A Hospice Aide, with additional training and proven performance, may assist with other certain procedures per plan of care such as: applying certain prescription creams and ointments, assisting with care of colostomy and appliances, or assisting with use of special devices such as a Hoyer Lift.
Salary Range- $18.00-$22.09 per hour
Experience
Required- 1 year(s): C.N.A experience
- Home Health Aide or Hospice experience preferred.
Education
Preferred- GED or better
- High School or better
Licenses & Certifications
Required- CERT NURSE ASSISTANT
Salary : $18 - $22
