The Care Center Hospice Aide/CNA is a member of the interdisciplinary team 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 Care Center Hospice Aide is responsible for observing the patient, reporting these observations, and then documenting observations and care performed in compliance with the medical plan of care. The Hospice Aide/CNA is committed to the philosophy, goals and objectives of Angela Hospice and the Felician Franciscan Core Values.

• Performs personal care needs, as established in the plan of care, after receiving patient assignments and attends to his/her requests promptly 
• Provides patient and family with positive communication techniques, within realm of ethical and respectful care, including confidentiality
• Meets safety needs of patient while using equipment safely and properly (foot stools, side rails, O2 etc.)
• Provides personal care including baths, back rubs, oral hygiene, and changing bed linen, in accordance with the patient’s plan of care, as often as assigned
• Assists in dressing and undressing patients as assigned
• Assists in feeding the patient as assigned
• Takes and records oral, rectal and auxiliary temperatures, pulse, respiration and blood pressure when ordered
• Provides proper care and observation of patient's skin to prevent breakdown of tissue over bony prominence
• Assesses and reports on patient's condition and significant changes to the registered nurse, including interpersonal issues between the patient and caregiver/family
• Assists in ambulation and exercise as instructed by the registered nurse or therapist
• Provides normal range of motion and transfers/positions as directed
• Offers and assists with bedpans and urinals 
• Provides assistance as assigned with light laundry needs
• Keeps patient's living area clean and orderly, as assigned
• Adheres to the organization's documentation and care procedures and standards of personal and professional conduct
• Respectful of patient and family/caregiver environment and patient's personal needs

The above statements are only meant to be a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by the occupant of this job.  The Care Center Hospice Aide may be requested to perform job related tasks other than those stated in this description.

Supports the Felician Franciscan Core Values, and Vision of Angela Hospice:

• • Respect for Human Dignity
    • Provides an individualized/person centered approach in all interactions
    • Respects and honors differing cultures, viewpoints and beliefs
  • Compassion
    • Demonstrates patience and kindness
    • Goes the extra mile to meet others’ needs
  • Transformation
    • Represents the organization positively in the workplace and in the community as demonstrated through appearance, words and actions
    • Team player – supports and encourages others; works with other team members to achieve goals
    • Accountability/ownership – knows and understands responsibilities of job; adheres to organizational policies
  • Solidarity with People in Need
    • Provides love, care and support for all; regardless of financial circumstance
    • Supports those in the organization/community needing help
  • Justice and Peace
    • Treats the organization’s and patients’ property with care and respect
    • Resolves conflicts in a positive, constructive manner

This position does not have any supervisory responsibilities, but is required to orient employees as needed and will act as a mentor to staff and volunteers.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. The position requires sitting and standing for long periods.  The position is also exposed to infectious diseases and requires lifting of a minimum of 50 pounds regularly.  It also requires bending, stooping, turning and twisting on a regular basis. He/she requires the ability to operate a computer, phone and other office equipment as needed.  Manual dexterity is also required to perform tasks including computer tasks.

This position operates in a health care setting. The role requires walking to various areas of the building and working directly with patients and other team members. 

This is a position in a hospice care facility open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.  Scheduled regular, additional and holiday shifts as well as work during inclement weather will be required.

This position does not include travel routinely, but may require travel as necessary.