Hospice Volunteer Star Hospice

Job Description

The volunteer plays a vital role in enhancing the quality of care delivered to the patient and family through patient / family care activities or administrative activities that support the hospice agencys goal of quality patient / family care.

Star Hospice, a part of LHC Group, is the preferred post-acute care partner for hospitals, physicians and families nationwide. From home health and hospice care to long-term acute care and community-based services, we deliver high-quality, cost-effective care that empowers patients to manage their health at home. Hospitals and health systems around the country have partnered with LHC Group to deliver patient-centered care in the home. More hospitals, physicians and families choose LHC Group, because we are united by a single, shared purpose : It's all about helping people.

Responsibilities

• Provides assistance to the hospice program and / or patient / family in accordance with designated activities.
• Provides input into the Plan of care and Interdisciplinary Group meetings as applicable.
• Accurately documents services provided as trained and instructed by the hospice agency.
• Maintains strict patient confidentiality
• Communicates any changes in the patients status or observations to assigned supervisor and / or Administrator.
• Attends at least four (4) in-services per year.
• Participates in community outreach projects for the agency.

Bereavement Volunteer : knowledge of the death and dying process; interacts with family in a caring and compassionate manner; assists with arrangements after death; assists with agency memorial services or activities; assists with community education on end-of-life issues.

Qualifications

Experience : Less than 6 months

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