Hospice Aide Position Available In Brevard, Florida

Hospice Aide 3.6 3.6 out of 5 stars

Melbourne, FL Job Requirements Quality/No Harm:

 Provides care and respect to patients in a clean and safe environment.  Demonstrates effective communication with other members of the health care team and promotes effective team functioning. Participates in IDT.  May have access to IV solutions, authorized medications and supplies as needed for patient care responsibilities; only utilizes items which are on the assigned patients Hospice Aide Care Plan.  Collects, records, and reports accurate patient information. Follows policy 93 for timely documentation submission.  Delivers basic care to patients as directed in the plan of care.  Assists other associates to maintain productivity.  Demonstrates dependability, reliability and flexibility.

Stewardship:

 Uses are cares for equipment and supplies economically.  Completes assigned tasks in a timely manner.

Customer Experience:

 Provides service to patients and families with sensitivity and respect for their needs, expectations, age, cultural and individual differences.  Responds to call light in a timely manner, when assigned to work in the Hospice House Work Experience

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED

Must hold current AHA BLS Healthcare Provider Completion Card prior to start date and maintain. Successful completion of Level II background screening. Must complete 12 hours yearly of education. Must hold and maintain a current Florida CNA certificate.

Experience:

Must meet unit-specific care requirements.

Language:

Must be able to speak/understand written and verbal instructions in the English language. Must maintain a valid Florida Driver’s license and car insurance. Must have reliable transportation.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Must have visual acuity and hand-eye coordination to perform clinical tasks. Must have corrected vision and hearing to normal range. Must be able to lift, turn, pull, push or ambulate patients/equipment up to 90% of the assigned shift. Must be able to lift up to 40 pounds unassisted up to 33% of the assigned shift. Must be able to stand, walk, bend, and stoop up to 90% of assigned shift. Potential for exposure to bio hazardous waste, and known or unknown diseases. Flexibility in work schedule to cover other areas of Hospice services (field, inpatient unit, respite/crisis care). Able to prepare simple meals and perform basic housekeeping tasks.

MENTAL DEMANDS

Basic understanding of Hospice philosophy – ability to work with terminally ill patients. Must have ability to work in often stressful environment with patients/families at various ages and levels of understanding. Must have ability to concentrate on multiple priority activities. Must have ability to respond appropriately to life threatening situations. Must have emotional stability to cope with loss and end of life issues frequently. Benefits

ABOUT HEALTH FIRST

At Health First, diversity and inclusion are essential for our continued growth and evolution. Working together, we strive to build and nurture a culture that recognizes, encourages, and respects the diverse voices of our associates. We know through experience that different ideas, perspectives, and backgrounds create a stronger and more collaborative work environment that delivers better results. As an organization, it fuels our innovation and connects us closer to our associates, customers, and the communities we serve.