Hospice Aide - FT - HHA Certification Required
Hospice Aide - FT - HHA Certification Required
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Job Description
At Virtua Health we exist for one reason to better serve you. That means being here for you in all the moments that matter striving each day to connect you to the care you need. Whether thats wellness and prevention experienced specialists lifechanging care or something inbetween we are your partner in health devoted to building a healthier community.
If you live or work in South Jersey exceptional care is all around. Our medical and surgical experts are among the best in the country. We assembled more than 14000 colleagues including over 2850 skilled and compassionate doctors physician assistants and nurse practitioners equipped with the latest technologies treatments and techniques to provide exceptional care close to home. A Magnetrecognized health system ranked by U.S. News and World Report weve received multiple awards for quality safety and outstanding work environment.
In addition to five hospitals seven emergency departments seven urgent care centers and more than 280 otherlocations were committed to the wellbeing of the community. That means bringing lifechanging resources and health services directly into our communities through ourEat Well food access program telehealth home health rehabilitation mobile screenings paramedic programs and convenient online scheduling. Were also affiliated with Penn Medicine for cancer and neurosciences and the Childrens Hospital of Philadelphia for pediatrics.
Location:
Lippincott 301 Lippincott DriveEmployment Type:
EmployeeEmployment Classification:
RegularTime Type:
Full timeWork Shift:
1st Shift (United States of America)Total Weekly Hours:
40Additional Locations:
Job Information:
MondayFriday availability required.
84:30 availability required.
Job Summary:
Under the supervision of the hospice registered nurse the HHA provides compassionate and supportive care to patients with terminal illnesses at end of life. Hospice Aide performs personal care services following plan of care to improve upon patients quality of life which include bathing dressing and feeding. Assists with patient mobility using assistive devices if necessary. Performs household duties as needed including bed making laundry and meal preparation. Documents care provided. Relays pertinent information to the assigned hospice registered nurse.
Position Responsibilities:
Knowledgeable of and supports the plan of care under the direction of the RN.
Provides compassionate and meaningful personal care and household chores to/for the patient as established in the plan of care in order to improve upon patients quality of life.
Submits all documentation (care plan time sheets API etc.) accurately and timely.
Identifies and communicates changes in the patients status to RN and responds appropriately.
Reinforces education and provides emotional support to the patient and family / responsible party regarding individual care needs wellness and safety issues.
Practice standard precautions and patient safety principles.
Identifies and partakes in performance improvement activities. Participates within interdisciplinary group meetings and provides meaningful feedback as requested. Maintains departmental level competencies.
Position Qualifications Required:
Required Experience:
Nurse Aide experience preferred.
Required Education:
High School Diploma or equivalency preferred.
Successful completion of State Certified Aide course.
Training / Certification / Licensure:
License as a Certified Home Health Aide and current standing on the State Nurse Aide Registry.
Must have current proof of valid drivers license and auto insurance.
Current Certification CPR and BLS.
Employment Type
Full-Time
