What are the responsibilities and job description for the Hospice Aide STNA - PRN position at LHC Group?
Summary
We are hiring for a Hospice Aide / STNA.
This is a PRN position doing Home Visits for Hospice in the South Cleveland/Akron area. Flexible schedule options! Home Care or Hospice experience preferred.
At Caretenders Hospice in Richfield, OH, a part of LHC Group, we embrace a culture of caring, belonging, and trust and enjoy the meaningful connections that come from it: for the whole patient, their families, each other, and the communities we serve—it truly is all about helping people. You can find a home for your career here.
As a Hospice Aide/CNA, you can expect:
- opportunities to build trusted relationships as you care & connect with people of all ages.
- flexibility for true work-life balance
- continuing education and tuition reimbursement
- career mobility and growth opportunities
If you have a passion for care and want to strengthen your healthcare career, this is a great opportunity for you.
Responsibilities
The Hospice Aide Under the direction and ongoing supervision of a registered nurse, provides personal direct patient care services as established and delegated in the Plan of Care daily.
- Reports after patient encounter with the Executive Director, or designee, regarding the patient's condition or environment, following the Care Management process on as needed basis.
- Provides assistance with the following ADLs during each patient visit: mobility, transfers, walking, grooming, bathing, dressing, or undressing, eating or toileting.
- Performs incidental household services essential to the patient's health care at home, conducting household services necessary to prevent or postpone institutionalization.
- Participates in QAPI (QUALITY ASSESSMENT & PERFORMANCE IMPROVEMENT) plan or process identifying problems and reporting administrator daily or as needed.
- Must have a reliable vehicle/transportation.
Education and Experience
License Requirements
- Successful completion of a competency evaluation prior to patient care.
- Current CPR certification requirements.
- Current driver's license, vehicle insurance, and access to a dependable vehicle or public transportation.
Additional State Specific Requirements
- OH: Successful completion of a training and competency evaluation program approved by the state and currently listed in good standing on the state nurse aide registry.
Skill Requirements
- Mature and able to deal effectively with the demands of a hospice aide position.
- Must be able to read, write, and carry out directions promptly and accurately.