CHHA - Hospice Facility Staffing - PRN

Job Description

Job Description

General Purpose :

Responsible for providing personal care services to hospice patients, as well as support in incidental / instrumental activities of daily living under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) and in accordance with the policies and procedures of the Facility and applicable state and federal law or regulation.

Essential Functions :

• Provides services as stated in each patient’s Hospice Aide care plan.
• Assists patients in safely performing incidental / instrumental activities of daily living.
• Assigned duties may include but are not limited to :
• Providing personal care : bathing, oral hygiene, hair care and skin care.
• Assisting in dressing and undressing patients.
• Assisting in feeding the patient.
• Offering and assisting with toileting and elimination.
• Utilizes infection prevention and control measures such as universal precautions, hand washing, and personal protective equipment.
• Recognizes, reports, and records / documents changes in patient condition and safety to patient’s assigned RN.
• Organizes self to carry out visits / shifts and tasks.
• Documents observations, activities and services provided in an accurate, complete and timely manner..
• Completes other assignments as requested and assigned.
• May have access to personal health information ( PHI ) necessary to fulfill the above duties and responsibilities. Access to use and ability to disclose PHI is further defined by each organization / department.

The Interim HealthCare Home Health Aide MAY NOT :

Perform any skilled nursing procedure, which is prohibited by the State Nurse Practice Act.

Minimum Education & Experience Requirements :

• Eighteen (18) years of age or older.
• Graduate of a training and competency program or competency program as required by State regulations.
• Ability to perform and prioritize multiple tasks or functions.
• Meets applicable health requirements to provide patient care.
• Able to effectively communicate to clinical and non-clinical individuals.
• Facility and / or Hospice experience a plus.
• Reliable transportation necessary.

Benefits :

• Locally Owned and Operated
• Free Education Courses
• Flexible Assignments to fit your Needs
• Competitive Salary and Benefits
• Employee Referral Bonus Program!
• Family owned since 1973!
• Weekly Payroll by Direct Deposit!

Company Overview

Interim HealthCare is America's leading provider of home care, hospice, and healthcare staffing. We offer one of the most comprehensive selections of career opportunities in the industry ranging from per diem to full-time.

If you are looking for a stable career opportunity, look no further. We offer the security of working for an established company, in fact, our offices have been servicing the central NJ area since 1973 under the same family ownership! Nationally, Interim HealthCare has been providing great jobs to great people for over 50 years and there are more than 300 offices across the country.

That kind of stability combined with our commitment to integrity makes us your perfect career partner.