POSITION SUMMARY

To assist in implementing a medically-directed plan of care for patients in their homes and to assist patients and their families with a variety of home management tasks and personal care activities

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION STANDARDS

I.

Education:

Basic Education (high school) II.

Experience:

Combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and skills are acquired III.

License Requirements:

N/A IV.

General:

Must demonstrate and maintain any required competency Able to speak, read and write in English Be honest, self-directed, possess initiative, display good judgment and a positive attitude toward daily activities Have the ability to communicate clearly and effectively both orally and in written work Be able to work cooperatively and in a productive manner with organization's employees, clients, customers and the general public Maintain satisfactory standing with the Adult Abuse Registry, Child Abuse & Neglect Registry, Vermont Criminal Information Center and OIG Be free from the illegal use and effects of drugs and alcohol in the workplace Be able to carry out the functions of this job without risk of harm to the health and safety of self and others Hold a valid driver's license and have a reliable, registered vehicle with insurance as required by the organization, and appropriate to position Supervision is received from RNs and clinical manager/director or designee

WORKING CONDITIONS

1. Traveling may be required 2. May work in community based settings, and clients' homes and outdoors 3. May work during non-business hours 4.

May experience:

Hostile and emotionally upset clients, family members, visitors and staff Stress due to a demanding profession An exposure to blood-borne pathogens A variety of environmental exposures such as inclement weather, animals, firearms, tobacco use, dust, and other client based activities and preferences

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

1. Must walk, sit, stand, bend, lift and move intermittently during working hours 2. Must have the ability to push, pull and lift from the floor, up to a total of 50 pounds and be able to move with the weight, as to organization's standards 3. Climbing-be able to navigate stairs of varying heights and degrees 4. Balancing-be able to maintain balance 5. Kneeling, crouching, stooping, twisting, reaching below waist level, reaching overhead and reaching torso level 6. Manual finger dexterity-will need dexterity to perform duties and use equipment 7. Visual acuity-will need sufficient eyesight to drive a car, use office equipment and perform duties 8. Auditory acuity- will need to assist individuals in person and by telephone

PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS

I.

Performance Standards:

Meets the attached Hospice Values Competencies at a proficient level Has the skill to provide service across locations such as UVMHN McClure Miller Respite House Setting and Home setting Acts as a peer resource Implements various aspects of a medically-directed plan of care that do not require a nursing license, such as: non-sterile wound care, range of motion, etc. Assists with personal hygiene, elimination, feeding and mobility according to the patient's needs and the nursing orders and plan of care Provides education to family about personal care and safety per the plan of care and comprehensive assessment Communicates observations and changes in patient status with the RN case manager or designee Documents the care provided and the patient's response to care On a limited bases, performs general housekeeping a.

Light everyday housecleaning tasks:

make beds, wash dishes and clean up kitchen and bathroom areas and make tidy living areas b. Light laundry Provides input on presented clients and families at interdisciplinary team meetings Attends/Completes assigned trainings Attends staff meetings and in-service programs Other duties as assigned by supervisor II.

Professional Accountability:

Demonstrates a commitment to the mission and values of the organization Complies with all organization policies and procedures Demonstrates respectful and effective communication in all interactions Protects the privacy and confidentiality of clients, co-workers and organization's operations Complies with organization's policies to protect confidentiality, integrity, availability and security of all protected health information Organization's security official Conducts him/herself in a safe manner by adhering to all safety practices, rules and standards Demonstrates a commitment to quality and proactively seeks to make improvements to systems and processes Reports to work on time, provides advance notice for time off, accurately reports time and attendance and appropriately manages paid time off (if applicable) in accordance with organization's policy Demonstrates a commitment to integrity in work habits and use of organization's resources Performs duties as assigned that may be outside his/her principle responsibilities Meets own learning needs. Participates in educational programs of the organization, including completion of all mandatory competencies, education or training Effectively communicates to transfer information, provide guidance and resolve conflicts Reports concerns and complaints regarding abuse, neglect and exploitation in accordance with Vermont State Law and the organization Enhance or improve organization's services by participating in team meetings, projects and committees Contributes to a positive work environment and responds in a constructive manner to change Documents the provision care and services in accordance to organization's policy