Hospice CHHA Position Available In Camden, New Jersey

Hospice CHHA Transcend Hospice (2) Cherry Hill, NJ Job Details Full-time $18.50 – $20.00 an hour 11 hours ago Qualifications Bereavement support Certified Home Health Aide Writing skills HIPAA Mid-level High school diploma or GED Driver’s License Math Computer skills Care plans Grammar Experience 2 years Communication skills Full Job Description Looking for a dedicated, compassionate CHHA who will provide personal care services for our patients preparing for end-of-life. You will work under the direction of the Director of Nursing and Aides Manager. Keep basic computer documentation of personal care services rendered and other appropriate services on a daily. Patient documentation will be completed electronically within 24 hours of the visit. The qualified candidate will provide assistance and understanding to the family in time of bereavement. As a CHHA, you will work as a member of the Hospice team in providing Hospice care within the guidelines of the IDG care plan.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED

Moderate reading, writing, grammar, and mathematics skills

• Proficient interpersonal relations and communication skills
• Medical Equipment knowledge
• Confidentiality and HIPAA
• Ability to multi-task
• Ability to plan and work independently
• Detail oriented
• Decision making and problem solving skills
• Ability to work well within a team

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Provide quality nursing care to residents in an environment which promotes their rights, dignity, freedom of choice, and their individuality;

• Accept close, direct supervision by Primary RN and RN Supervisor
• Observe temperature, pulse, respirations, blood pressure and weight of patients when so directed;
• Bathing – sponge, shower or tub;
• Shampoo or care of hair; does not include hair coloring or tinting;
• Shaving patients;
• Oral hygiene including care of dentures;
• Nail/foot care, diabetic care as directed by RN; Must have High school diploma or GED Graduate from an approved training and competency course.

Minimum 2 years of experience as a CHHA preferred. Active patient contact within past two years, preferred. Driver’s License and Reliable Transportation required.