What are the responsibilities and job description for the HHC/Hospice Aide (Casual) position at CALUMET COUNTY?
JOB REQUIREMENTS: Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the
following. Other duties may be assigned. Assists patients with a variety
of tasks including: care of mouth, skin and hair, finger/toenail care,
bathing, use of bathroom and/or bedpan, self-administration of
medications and assisting with exercises prescribed and which have been
taught by the appropriate health personnel. Encourages the patient to
become as independent as possible within the medically-determined
limitations and according to the nursing care plan. Gives simple
emotional and psychological support to the patient and other members of
the household. Provides household services essential to health care in
the home (laundry/cleaning/trash). Prepares meals/assists with eating
when needed. Performs specific observations or tasks assigned and
instructed by the RN such as colostomy care, performing simple dressing
changes, checking temperatures, blood pressure, respirations, and weight
of patient. Observes and reports to supervising RN or HHC/Hospice
Supervisor changes in the patient\'s condition and needs (includes total
family). Documents care given/observations on documentation forms as per
agency policy. Completes appropriate records, including daily log,
supplies used, travel, coding sheets, and in-service summaries. Attends
scheduled in-services, conferences, and department meetings. Attends
Interdisciplinary Group meetings if requested by HHC/Hospice Supervisor.
Cleans and maintains department\'s loan equipment, hospice closet,
laundry, and foot clinic bags. It is unlikely an employee will perform
all the duties listed on a regular basis, nor is the list exhaustive in
the sense it covers all the duties an employee may be required to
perform. The examples are merely indicative, not restrictive.
Supervisory Responsibilities This job has no supervisory
responsibilities. \*\*\*\*\* OTHER EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS:
Thorough knowledge of the developmental stages of the life cycle,
especially the aging process. Thorough knowledge of universal
precautions. Thorough knowledge of basic nutrition, meal preparation,
and housekeeping duties. Thorough knowledge of the physical, emotional,
and spiritual needs of the acutely, chronically, or terminally ill
patient and family. Thorough knowledge of agency functions and community
resources. Thorough knowledge of what, when, and how to report patient
observations to R.N./agency. Ability to carry out care plan
independently. Ability to prepare accurate records. Ability to seek and
utilize supervision/consultation effectively. Ability to establish and
maintain effective patient, family, public and agency working
relationships. Ability to lift and assist in moving patients. \*\*\*\*\*
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online: www.calumetcounty.org Other: To
apply, complete required online application. Applications accepted until
position filled. Equal Opportunity Employer. CALUMET COUNTY 206 COURT ST
CHILTON, WI 53014 Contact Email Address
Victoria.halbach@calumetcounty.org Company Web Site:
www.calumetcounty.org Contact Fax: (920) 849-1475
following. Other duties may be assigned. Assists patients with a variety
of tasks including: care of mouth, skin and hair, finger/toenail care,
bathing, use of bathroom and/or bedpan, self-administration of
medications and assisting with exercises prescribed and which have been
taught by the appropriate health personnel. Encourages the patient to
become as independent as possible within the medically-determined
limitations and according to the nursing care plan. Gives simple
emotional and psychological support to the patient and other members of
the household. Provides household services essential to health care in
the home (laundry/cleaning/trash). Prepares meals/assists with eating
when needed. Performs specific observations or tasks assigned and
instructed by the RN such as colostomy care, performing simple dressing
changes, checking temperatures, blood pressure, respirations, and weight
of patient. Observes and reports to supervising RN or HHC/Hospice
Supervisor changes in the patient\'s condition and needs (includes total
family). Documents care given/observations on documentation forms as per
agency policy. Completes appropriate records, including daily log,
supplies used, travel, coding sheets, and in-service summaries. Attends
scheduled in-services, conferences, and department meetings. Attends
Interdisciplinary Group meetings if requested by HHC/Hospice Supervisor.
Cleans and maintains department\'s loan equipment, hospice closet,
laundry, and foot clinic bags. It is unlikely an employee will perform
all the duties listed on a regular basis, nor is the list exhaustive in
the sense it covers all the duties an employee may be required to
perform. The examples are merely indicative, not restrictive.
Supervisory Responsibilities This job has no supervisory
responsibilities. \*\*\*\*\* OTHER EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS:
Thorough knowledge of the developmental stages of the life cycle,
especially the aging process. Thorough knowledge of universal
precautions. Thorough knowledge of basic nutrition, meal preparation,
and housekeeping duties. Thorough knowledge of the physical, emotional,
and spiritual needs of the acutely, chronically, or terminally ill
patient and family. Thorough knowledge of agency functions and community
resources. Thorough knowledge of what, when, and how to report patient
observations to R.N./agency. Ability to carry out care plan
independently. Ability to prepare accurate records. Ability to seek and
utilize supervision/consultation effectively. Ability to establish and
maintain effective patient, family, public and agency working
relationships. Ability to lift and assist in moving patients. \*\*\*\*\*
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online: www.calumetcounty.org Other: To
apply, complete required online application. Applications accepted until
position filled. Equal Opportunity Employer. CALUMET COUNTY 206 COURT ST
CHILTON, WI 53014 Contact Email Address
Victoria.halbach@calumetcounty.org Company Web Site:
www.calumetcounty.org Contact Fax: (920) 849-1475