Hospice Aide / CNA ---------------------------------------------------------------
The Hospice Aide is responsible for assisting with activities of daily living and providing personal care for patients in accordance with the individualized patient plan of care and under the direction and supervision of a Registered Nurse. This position may also assist with office/administrative needs.
NOTE: The schedule is Sunday through Thursday, and the coverage area is Tigard and Beaverton areas.
Estimated Hiring Range:
$23.28 - $28.45
Bonus Target:
Current CareOregon Employees: Please use the internal Workday site to submit an application for this job.
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Essential Responsibilities
Patient Assistance
Provide personal care to the patient in a compassionate and understanding manner consistent with hospice philosophy while respecting dignity and rights of the patient.
Under the written and/or verbal direction of the RN, the Hospice Aide may perform the following duties: Provide personal care such as, but not limited to, a bed bath, shower or tub bath, oral care, skin and foot care
Provide good body alignment, positioning, and range of motion exercises for non-ambulatory patients
Assist with routine foley catheter care and empties collection device
Obtain vital signs
Provide respite care while primary caregiver is absent
Provide adjunct care such as enemas, and dressing changes per delegation from RN
Recognize changes in patient’s condition and reports to RN
Perform light housekeeping and other duties as determined by patient/family or as assigned by a registered nurse
Provide a clean, safe and healthy environment for patients, utilizing infection control measures appropriately
Note: Never performs procedures and treatments not qualified to perform.
Attend Interdisciplinary Group (IDG) meetings and participate in care planning for assigned patients.
Consult with registered nurse to obtain instructions and supervision as necessary.
Remain current on all relevant rules and regulations.
Administrative Support
Provide office/administrative support as needed.
Attend staff and mandatory in-services meetings.
Experience and/or Education
Required
Current Certified Nursing Assistant certificate
CPR certification at hire or within 6 months in position
Experience working with electronic medical records
Valid driver’s license, acceptable driving record, and automobile liability coverage or access to an insured vehicle
Preferred
Previous work experience in hospice, home health or long-term care and/or completion of a comprehensive hospice training program
Experience in an office-based setting including clerical and computer work
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required
Knowledge
Knowledgeable of hospice philosophy and understanding the needs of and working with patients in a hospice setting
Knowledge of Federal, State and Local regulations, Hospice Medicare Conditions of Participation, and HIPAA privacy rules and regulations
Skills and Abilities
Practice within the scope of license, certification or registration, where applicable, and as required by law and regulation
Excellent interpersonal skills
Excellent problem-solving skills
Ability to adhere to organizational standards, policies and procedures
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively
Ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines
Ability to take initiative and utilize innovative techniques and ingenuity
Ability to interact with various departments throughout the organization
Ability to work flexible hours, including weekend daytime shifts as needed
Ability to plan, prioritize and coordinate multiple projects or tasks
Skilled in proper body mechanics, including patient transfers, turning, and re-positioning
Computer skills, including the ability to navigate between different programs such as email, faxing, PDF, and Microsoft Word
Ability to use good judgment, personal initiative and discretion to perform job…