CNA - Hospice

Company: LHC Group
Location: Mesa
Posted on: August 7, 2022

Job Description:

Company Overview At East Valley Hospice, our Hospice Nurse Aide provides compassionate, supportive, and physical care to patients with a life limiting illness. The hallmarks of this position include assisting patients with personal care, providing encouragement and support to patients and families, and communicating patient observations with the hospice team. Excellent Pay & Benefits 1:1 Patient Care Flexibility to Create Your Own Schedule Career Advancement Opportunities Tuition Reimbursement Great Culture - join our family! Under the supervision of Hospice nurses, the Hospice Aide provides direct patient care and services as established in the patient's Plan of Care. The Hospice Aide must be compassionate, mature and able to handle the needs of a Hospice patient and their family. This employee must also have access to a dependable vehicle and be willing to travel to see patients. East Valley Hospice, a part of LHC Group, is the preferred post-acute care partner for hospitals, physicians and families nationwide. From home health and hospice care to long-term acute care and community-based services, we deliver high-quality, cost-effective care that empowers patients to manage their health at home. Hospitals and health systems around the country have partnered with LHC Group to deliver patient-centered care in the home. More hospitals, physicians and families choose LHC Group, because we are united by a single, shared purpose: It's all about helping people. Essential Functions Under the direction and ongoing supervision of a registered nurse, provides personal direct patient care services as established and delegated in the Plan of Care on a daily basis. Reports after patient encounter to the Executive Director, or designee, regarding the patient's condition or environment, following the Care Management process on as needed basis.. Provides assistance with the following ADLs during each patient visit: mobility, transfers, walking, grooming, bathing, dressing or undressing, eating or toileting. Performs incidental household services essential to the patient's health care at home conducting household services that are necessary to prevent or postpone institutionalization on as needed basis. Completes a clinical note for each visit which must be incorporated into the patient's record at least on a weekly basis. Participates in the in-service program per online educational forum, completing at least six hours of in-services every six months. Must have a minimum of 12 hours of in-service training annually. Maintains strict patient confidentiality on a regular basis. Participates in QAPI plan or process. Education & Experience License Requirements Current CPR certification requirements. Current driver's license, vehicle insurance, and access to a dependable vehicle or public transportation. Additional State Specific Requirements AZ - Successful completion of a competency evaluation. Skill Requirements Mature and able to deal effectively with the demands of a hospice aide position. Must be able to read, write, and carry out directions promptly and accurately. Equal Opportunity Employer - vets, disability. Must be fully vaccinated or be willing to complete full vaccination by date of hire and proof of vaccination will be required. If permitted by state law, the company will consider requests for religious or medical exemptions.

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