Hospice Aide - PRN

Primary function is to provide personal healthcare and related services to the patient in their place of residence; to

assist in providing a safe and clean environment; work cooperatively with the patient, and family; and share observations and

problems with the supervisor. Works under the direction and supervision of a registered nurse.

Essential Functions:
Provides direct patient care to patient under direction of the RN and according to the Aide Plan of Care.

Provides necessary skills to assist the patient with safe transfers and ambulation per the Hospice policy.

Provides necessary skill to appropriately report changes and document pertinent information and care rendered to

patient to ensure continuity of care.

Practices accepted infection control principles. Provide a clean, safe, and comfortable environment.

Promotes positive, supportive, respectful communication to patient/family and other employees.

Provides an environment which promotes respect for patient, privacy, and property.

Provides skills necessary to assist the patient with proper nutrition and adequate fluid intake.

Contributes to the management and efficient operation of the Hospice and demonstrate effective time management

skills.

Provides skills necessary to perform treatments and procedures according to the Hospice

Education: High School Diploma Preferred. Has successfully completed one of the following: A) Training

program/competency evaluation as specified in §418.76(b)(c) of the Medicare regulations; B) Competency

evaluation program that meets §418.76( c); C) Nurse aide training/competency evaluation program approved by

the state and listed in good standing on the state nurse aide registry; D) State Licensure program that meets

requirements of §418.76(b)©.

Licensure: Must have a current driver’s license.

Experience: At least one year experience preferred as a Hospice Aide or Nursing Assistant in a hospital, nursing home, home

health agency, hospice or long-term care facility or completion of Certified Nursing Assistant or Certified Home

Health Aide Program.

Skills: Must be able to read, write, and verbally report clinical information to patients, representatives, and care givers,

as well as to other hospice staff. Demonstrates interest in the welfare of the ill and elderly. Successful completion

of the Aide Competency Evaluation Skills Checklist that meets §418.76© and written Skills Test.

Transportation: Reliable transportation and valid auto liability insurance.