Hospice Aid

Provides personal care services to patients to maintain personal comfort under the direction of the Registered Nurse.

Job Description

• Performs personal care activities including bathing, dressing, grooming, eating, ambulating and toileting as assigned by the RN
• Performs simple procedures under the direction of the RN such as, range of motions, assistance in ambulation or exercises.
• Performs homemaker services, including, but not limited to: meal preparation, laundry, or light housekeeping in the immediate patients’ living area.
• Documents all findings, plans, interventions and interactions with patients and families in the clinical record.
• Meets safety needs of patient and demonstrates safe practice in the use of equipment
• Performs other related duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications
Mandatory:

• Ability to read and write English.
• Be at least 18 years of age
• Must meet Federal and state Hospice Aide training and competency requirements.
• One year of recent experience working as a CertifiedHome Health Aidewithout a lapse of 24 consecutive months without services provided for compensation.

Desired:

• Certified Nursing Assistant**with current Arizona certification.
• Knowledge of home care principles and practices within the scope of hospice.
• Demonstrated written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
• Must possess a valid Arizona driver’s license and proof of automobile insurance.

To apply, please email a cover letter and resume to [email protected]. Please see our blog post for more information about the vital role of the CNA in Hospice and Palliative Care.