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Sunset Hospice
Hospice Aide - Full time
Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed
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What they do
A Caregiver or Personal Care Aide provides non-medical care for adults, including elderly and disabled people, typically in their own homes. Assists clients with daily tasks including bathing, medication reminders, and light housekeeping; may also provide transportation for appointments and errands. These roles do not always require formal certification.
$38,525 / year median in Massachusetts
+24% projected growth
Job Description
Hospice Aide - Full time Sunset Hospice - 3.1 Braintree, MA Job Details Full-time $23 - $26 an hour 19 hours ago Benefits Mileage reimbursement Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Flexible schedule Paid sick time Qualifications Driver's License Patient interaction CNA Full Job Description Looking to work for a different hospice? Sunset Hospice is committed to providing complementary holistic programs and giving patients and families individualized attention from our team. We are currently searching for a Compassionate Hospice Aide for our Boutique Hospice. The hospice aide is a paraprofessional member of the interdisciplinary group who works under the supervision of a registered nurse and performs various services for a patient as necessary to meet the patient's personal needs and to promote comfort. The hospice aide is responsible for observing the patient, reporting these observations and documenting observations and care performed. At hospice, we realize you only get one chance to do it right. Join our team today! Responsibilities of the hospice aide include: Performing personal care needs after given a patient's assignment and attending to his/her requests promptly. If unable to perform a certain task, report to the Case Manager immediately. Providing patient and family with positive communication techniques, within realm of ethical and respectful care, including confidentiality. Meeting safety needs of patient and using equipment safely and properly (foot stools, side rails, O2 etc.) Giving personal care including baths, back rubs, oral hygiene, shampoos and changing bed linen as often as assigned. Assisting in dressing and undressing patients as assigned. Planning and preparing nutritious meals, including shopping, as assigned. Assessing and reporting on patient's condition and significant changes to the Case Manager. Also aware of the caregiver or other individuals living with the patient and interpersonal issues. Offering and assisting with bedpans and urinals. Providing respite for patient's/family/caregiver when on-site, as appropriate. Keeping patient's living area clean and orderly, as assigned. The above statements are only meant to be a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. The incumbents may be requested to perform job related tasks other than those stated in this description. We offer an excellent salary with a comprehensive and generous benefits package. including 10 paid holidays , paid time off, health, dental & vision insurance. Applicant must be a licensed driver with automobile that is insured in accordance with organization requirements and is in good working order. Applicants must meet the training requirements of the State, holds current state license.