CNA Home Hospice Aide

Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language

Must practice regular and dependable attendance per company policy and procedure

Using effective body mechanics, must be able to lift 40 lbs. floor to waist; lift 10 lbs

Must have excellent verbal and written communication and organizational skills

Must have valid driver’s license and auto liability insurance, and automobile in good working condition

Must be at least 18 years of age

Must have ability to read and follow written instructions and document care given

Must understand and follow company policies and procedures

Must possess the ability to work harmoniously with professional and non-professional personnel

Must have satisfactory references from previous employers

Must have empathy for the needs of the ill, injured, frail, and impaired

Must be self-directed with the ability to work with little direct supervision

Must be able to multi task and accept additional duties as assigned

Must demonstrate tact, patience, and good personal hygiene

Must successfully complete a probationary period

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Meets the training requirements in accordance with state and federal laws

Understands hospice philosophy, comfortable providing specialized care to the terminally ill

Licensed driver with automobile that is insured in accordance with Organization requirements and is in good working order

Note: Effective August 14, 1990, a person who has successfully completed a state established or other training program that meets the requirements of CFR 484.36(a) and a competency evaluation program, or state licensure program that meets the requirements of CFR 484.36(b), or a competency evaluation program or state licensure program that meets the requirements of S 484.36(b)

Job Title: Certified Hospice AideDivision: HospiceReport to: Clinical DirectorClassification: Non-Exempt Position Overview The hospice aide is a paraprofessional member of the home care team who works under the supervision of a registered nurse or therapist and performs various personal care services as necessary to meet the patient’s needs

The hospice aide is responsible for observing patients, 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

Must be able to remain in a stationary position and move intermittently throughout the work day

Must have reliable transportation to travel to patient homes per patient schedule and agency needs

Must be able to (or assist with) lift, turn, move and position patients

Must be able to knowledgeably and competently deliver personal care to patients

Must be able to follow physician orders and aide care plans for patients

Will work in and travel to patient homes as well as agency office

Sits, stands, bends, lifts, and moves intermittently during working hours

Subject to frequent interruptions

Attends and participates in continuing education programs

Possible exposure to infectious waste, diseases, conditions, etc. including exposure to the AIDS and Hepatitis B viruses SO PPE AND CONSTANT COMMUNICATION IS ABSOLUTELY NON-NEGOTIABLE

Subject to hostile and emotionally upset patients, family members, caregivers, etc

May work beyond normal working hours, weekends, and holidays as needed and in other positions temporarily as necessary

Involved with patients, associates, caregivers, government agencies/personnel, etc. under various circumstance

Changing bed linen

Assisting patients with dressing and undressing

Skin care to prevent breakdown

Assisting the patient with toileting activities

Keeping patient’s living area clean and orderly, as appropriate

Planning and preparing nutritious meals

Assisting in feeding the patient, if necessary

Taking and recording oral, rectal and axillary temperatures, pulse, respiration and blood pressure when ordered (with appropriate completed/demonstrated skills competency)Assisting in ambulation and exercise according to the plan of care

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

Assisting patient in the self-administration of medication

Doing patient’s laundry, as appropriate

Meeting safety needs of patients and using equipment safely and properly (foot stools,

Reporting on patient’s condition and significant changes to the assigned nurse

Adhering to the Organization's documentation and care procedures and standards of personal and professional conduct

Performs only hospice aide tasks as assigned by the nurse or therapist

Communicates changes in patient condition with the RN or therapist

Documents changes on hospice aide note

Participates in care conferences and mandatory staff meetings

Participates in holiday and weekend rotation as appropriate

Maintains confidentiality of patient information at all times

Follows standard precautions, safe body mechanics, and infection control procedures in patient care

Meets productivity standards and communicates change in schedule to Clinical Director/office

Submits DARs, clinical notes per agency policy

Communicates effectively with patients and caregivers

Handles patient complaints as appropriate or refers complaint to supervisor

Protects privacy of patient during patient care

Contacts patients prior to hospice visit to schedule time of visit

As patient improves and is able to provide more self-care, communicates with RN or therapist so that hospice care plan may be altered as appropriate