Description
Hospice Aid/CNA - Advent Health Palm Coast/ Ormand Beach Top Reasons To Work At Advent Health Career growth and advancement potential Health Insurance Coverage High quality of life with low cost of living on the shores of sunny Daytona Beach, FL. Work Hours/Shift: Full Time, Days GENERAL SUMMARY: The Hospice Aide is responsible for attending to personal care needs of the terminally ill patient, and supportive care for the caregiver to promote comfort. The Hospice Aide works under the direct supervision of the Hospice Registered Nurse/Case Manager. The Hospice Aide follows the direction of the Hospice Aide care plan developed by the Patient Care Manager and the Hospice Registered Nurse/Case manager. The Hospice Aide can provide care in the patients home, Nursing Homes, ALFs and Inpatient Hospice units. Qualifications
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND JOB RESPONSIBILITIES: · Follow assignment details for personal care · Document timely and appropriately · Participate in end of life care for the patient and family · Inform RN of any changes in condition · Follow schedule of care, several visits per day with travel KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS REQUIRED: · Personal Care · Documentation methods · End of Life Care · Compassionate care · Multi task with changing scheduling EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: · High School Diploma or GED required · Must have 6 months experience in the health care field · Must maintain at least 12 contact hours of education annually EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE PREFERRED: · Hospice experience preferred LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION OR REGISTRATION REQUIRED: · Certified Nursing Aide certificate recognized by the State of Florida Board of Nursing or · Hospice Aide training from an approved 75 hour training course · BLS required · Must maintain active Florida Drivers license and auto insurance LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION OR REGISTRATION PREFERRED: · Hospice and Palliative care certification preferred This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances. |