What are the responsibilities and job description for the Hospice Home Health Aide position at Franciscan Health?
The Home Health Hospice Aide, under the supervision of a licensed clinician, participates in the delivery of patient care in the home or inpatient setting.
WHO WE ARE
With 12 ministries and access points across Indiana and Illinois, Franciscan Health is one of the largest Catholic health care systems in the Midwest. Franciscan Health takes pride in hiring coworkers that provide compassionate, comprehensive care for our patients and the communities we serve.
WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT
Assists patients with care and activities of daily living as directed in the established Plan of Care
Communicates any change in condition or lack of patient progress.
Completes necessary documentation of care provided. Records intake, output, and vital signs as directed and communicates care as appropriate.
Provides assistance with personal hygiene and elimination needs according to the established plan of care.
Schedules visits with the patient or caregiver.
Assists patients with ambulation and transfer using proper body mechanics.
QUALIFICATIONS
High School Diploma/GED - Required
1 Year Long Term Care Setting Experience- Preferred
1 Year Home Healthcare Experience - Preferred
1 Year Hospice Experience - Preferred
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) OR Home Health Aide (HHA)- State of Indiana- Licensing Board - Required
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)- American Heart Association - Required
Auto Insurance - Required
Driver's License - Required
TRAVEL IS REQUIRED:
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
It is the policy of Franciscan Alliance to provide equal employment to its employees and qualified applicants for employment as otherwise required by an applicable local, state or Federal law.
Franciscan Alliance reserves a Right of Conscience objection in the event local, state or Federal ordinances that violate its values and the free exercise of its religious rights.
Franciscan Alliance is committed to equal employment opportunity.
Franciscan provides eligible employees with comprehensive benefit offerings. Find an overview on the benefit section of our career site, jobs.franciscanhealth.org.