Tyler, TX Job Details Full-time $21 - $22 an hour 23 hours ago Qualifications Medical equipment operation Driver's License Older adults Patient interaction
Full Job Description Job Summary:
Primary function is to provide personal healthcare and related services to the patient in their place of residence; to assist in providing a safe and clean environment; work cooperatively with the patient, and family; and share observations and problems with the supervisor. Works under the direction and supervision of a registered nurse.
At least one year experience preferred as a Hospice Aide or Nursing Assistant in a hospital, nursing home, home health agency, hospice or long-term care facility or completion of Certified Nursing Assistant or Certified Home Health Aide Program.
Reliable transportation and valid auto liability insurance.
Environmental and Working Conditions:
Works in patients' homes in various conditions; possible exposure to blood, bodily fluids, and infectious diseases; ability to work a flexible schedule; ability to travel locally; some exposure to unpleasant weather.
Physical and Mental Effort:
Prolonged standing and walking required. Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and move patients. Requires working under some stressful conditions to meet deadlines, to identify patient needs, to make quick decisions, and to meet patient and family needs. Requires eye-hand coordination and manual dexterity. Ability to use durable medical equipment in the home.
Essential Functions:
Provides direct patient care to patient under direction of the RN and according to the Aide Plan of Care. Provides necessary skills to assist the patient with safe transfers and ambulation per the Hospice policy. Provides necessary skill to appropriately report changes and document pertinent information and care rendered to patient to ensure continuity of care. Practices accepted infection control principles. Provide a clean, safe, and comfortable environment. Promotes positive, supportive, respectful communication to patient/family and other employees. Provides an environment which promotes respect for patient, privacy, and property. Provides skills necessary to assist the patient with proper nutrition and adequate fluid intake. Contributes to the management and efficient operation of the Hospice and demonstrate effective time management skills. Provides skills necessary to perform treatments and procedures according to the Hospice policy. Promotes the Hospice philosophy and administrative policies to ensure quality of care.