Home Health Aide Position Available In Washington, Pennsylvania

Home Health Aide 3.4 3.4 out of 5 stars Canonsburg, PA 15301 Are you a warm, caring, and dedicated individual who is passionate about helping others? Concordia Hospice Of Washington, is seeking a Hospice Home Health Aide with a big heart and a desire to make a difference in the lives of patients and their families during their end-of-life journey. Position Summary for the Home Health Aide The Hospice CNA provides personal care and assists in activities of daily living and related services to hospice patients in the inpatient hospice facility. This employee functions under the direction, instruction and supervision of the Registered Nurse (RN) Charge Nurse on duty. Qualifications for the Home Health Aide Ability to understand and carry out directions and instructions and maintain appropriate records Current Heart Saver First Aid certification Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail Outstanding communication skills (both written and verbal) Reliable independent means of transportation with a valid Pennsylvania driver’s license and at least the minimum state required vehicle insurance Responsibilities for the Home Health Aide Provides personal care according to the established individualized plan of care as developed by the RN member of the hospice team such as (but not limited to): bathing, grooming, dressing, shaving, feeding; checking vital signs; assisting with ambulation; changing position in bed; assisting with transfers, changing bed linens; assisting with elimination; providing oral hygiene, skin care, foot care, ear care, light house cleaning and meal preparation Completes inpatient facility housekeeping duties including (but not limited to): laundry, cleaning, minor meal preparation Completes all computer and/or paper documentation requirements within the timeframes specified Participates in patient and/or family teaching activities as directed by the RN hospice team member Together with the hospice team, provides care as established by the IDG to meet the physical, emotional and spiritual needs of the patient as necessary, and appropriately supports the family at the time of death Maintains regular communication and interaction with patients, families, physicians and hospice team members Participates in required on-call responsibilities as assigned Attends and participates in staff meetings and other related activities when required Completes required in-services; ensures all required continuing education credits are obtained for certification renewal if applicable Demonstrates an understanding of the Quality Assessment Performance Improvement (QAPI) process, hospice policies and procedures, and participates in projects when requested Participates in the orientation of new staff members when requested Commits to high ethical standards and complies with the Code of Conduct, state and federal regulations, accreditation standards, and Concordia Hospice of Washington policies and procedures; maintains confidentiality of patient and employee records and information; has a duty to report compliance concerns, significant legal risk questions, fraud, abuse, suspected or actual misconduct to the Executive Director and/or Compliance Manager Schedule for the Home Health Aide Monday-Friday No weekends/Holidays Service Areas for the

Home Health Aide :

Washington county and surrounding areas

Avella Burgettstown McDonald Job Type:

Full-time Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

403(b) 403(b) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Employee discount Flexible schedule Health insurance Mileage reimbursement Paid time off Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance

Medical Specialty:

Geriatrics Home Health Hospice & Palliative Medicine Ability to

Commute:

Canonsburg, PA 15301 (Preferred) Ability to

Relocate:

Canonsburg, PA 15301: Relocate before starting work (Preferred) Willingness to travel: 100% (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person