Description: Hospice Aide is responsible for providing personal care under the direction of the RN/Case Manager.

Qualifications:

• Must have completed nurse aides must complete a 75-hour NATCEP (Nurse Aide Training and Competency Evaluation Program) and pass a state-administered competency evaluation test.
• Must be listed in good standing on the Ohio State Nurse Aide registry
• Have one year of STNA experience with a hospice agency, home health agency or within a Long Term Care Facility. Hospice experience preferred.
• Have excellent assessment skills and problem-solving skills.
• Be a licensed driver with a reliable, insured automobile.
• Must be able to communicate well, both verbally and in writing

Scope of Work

• Personal Care: Provide personal care (bathing, dressing, toileting, feeding, etc.) to patients according to the Hospice Aide Plan of Care. Report changes in patient condition to the RN/Case Manager.
• Documentation: Submit complete, accurate and relevant clinical notes in a timely manner.
• Communication: Assist in providing and reinforcing education to patients/family members regarding the dying process
• Technology: Use of Electronic Health Record, Email, computers, and cell phone devices.

Job Conditions

• Physical activities will include, walking, sitting, stooping, and standing.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds of weight.
• Competitive salary, paid time off, on-call availability.

Benefits

• Generous Paid time off.
• 6 Paid Holidays per year.
• Generous Mileage reimbursement.
• Extra Auto Allowance.
• Free Life Insurance while employed with Tranquility Hospice.
• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance Available with company share of cost.
• 401k.
• Attendance incentive.
• Positive work environment with support of each other.