Description

• Graduate of a Certified Assistant Training Program I
• Current listing on NC State Registry
• CPR certification

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:

• Knowledge of and commitment to the hospice philosophy of care
• Ability to work on an interdisciplinary team
• Ability to work a flexible schedule
• Willingness to work with patients/ families regardless of race, color, creed, age or sexual orientation. Must respect their beliefs and philosophy with an attitude of openness and receptiveness

TRAINING-Initial And Ongoing:

• Complete Hospice volunteer/staff training program
• Complete Hospice orientation program
• Obtain 12 hours of continuing education per year, including mandatory safety in-service
• Attend minimum of six staff meetings per year
• Maintain CPR certification

Requirements

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assist in orienting new team members, as requested
• Participate in quality improvement program
• Adhere to strict confidentiality 
• Adhere to safety policy and practices
• Complete employee time record accurately per policy
• Cooperate with all government agencies and outside auditors
• Assist with updating policies and procedures, as appropriate
• Complete annual TB screening
• Assure all license, certifications, continuing education information and any other required documentation are submitted to human resources and kept current
• Maintain up-to-date documentation required and specified in Hospice policy and procedure
• Perform other duties assigned by supervisor
• Assist patients in achieving maximum self-reliance in activities of daily living 
• Assist with baths, mouth care, skin care, hair care, and back rubs 
• Assist with ambulation
• Assist with diets/special nourishments
• Change bed linen as needed
• Assist with prescribed exercises as instructed by appropriate professional personnel
• Actively listen to patient and family concerns
• Assist in admission. transfer, and discharge of patient in PCU
• Assist in patient care unit as directed by supervisor
• Assist other staff in completion of their duties, willingness to work in two person teams
• Provide homemaker services: 

- patient’s clothing (laundering and ironing)

- basic housekeeping tasks (sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, dusting, and dishes)

- making or changing bed

- preparing simple meal

- reading and writing

PHYSICAL QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Speech and hearing skills necessary for telephone interaction and face to face contact
• Visual acuity to read chart and physician’s orders
• Ability to stand and walk for long periods of time
• Manual dexterity to manipulate patient care supplies
• With assistance, ability to lift and support an average of 150 pounds
• Ability to sit as required to perform duties 
• Ability to pull/push, and bend frequently
• Ability to squat, kneel, climb, and balance

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must have an automobile with required insurance coverage and state driver’s license