Hospice Aide - Niagara Hospice : Job Details

Lockport. Niagara Hospice. Hospice Aide. 1st and 3rd Shift available. $18 - $20/hour. PT & FT Available.The Hospice Aide is responsible for assisting the licensed staff by performing various patient care activities and related non-professional services necessary in caring for the personal needs and comfort of the patients and family/visitors. The position also requires the execution of various light housekeeping activities. The Hospice Aide is expected to adhere to established facility policies and procedures regarding the facility's mission, environment, safety and infection control standards.Duties & Responsibilities: * Reviews patient Nurse's Aide Care Plan and reports changes in condition to RN and/or Supervisor * Provide personal care/assistance as required by the patient and directed by the RN and/or care plan, including but not limited to: - Oral/Denture care - Hair care, Shaving & Nail care * Ensures patient safety when in Spa area * Demonstrates competency when utilizing patient bathing equipment including between patient use. * Assist patient's with showering as indicated on their care plan or otherwise instructed * Assists with transfers to toilet and records output if necessary * Empties drainage collection devices (foley catheters, leg bags, etc.) * Application/removal/disposal of incontinence briefs and related products * Performs peri-care in a manner consistent with standards of infection control and hygiene. * Prepares patient for meals, serves and collects trays, assists in setting up and feeding patients, serves fresh water and nourishments when indicated. * Lift, transfer, and transport patients in wheelchair, bed or gurney as directed * Employs proper technique in performing lift, transfers, and transports in a safe manner * Assists with patient positioning and repositioning (turn and positioning program) * Obtain and record patient's temperature, pulse, respiration, blood pressure, urine testing, weight, intake/output as directed by the charge nurse and/or care plan. * Maintains confidentiality of patient information and data when reporting the same to the nurse. * Maintains patient's room prior to admission, during the patient's stay, and upon discharge * Assist patient/family members with packing and unpacking * Responsible for routine bed making and linen changes * Maintain general appearance of room. * Cleans room of supplies/linen prior to terminal cleaning. * Application of support devices, adaptive equipment, & oxygen. * Post mortem care as directed * Answers call requests promptly, responds to patient needs and inquiries * Demonstrates sensitivity to patients to ensure their comfort, privacy and well-being. * Recognizes the patient's family members and friends as an integral part of the Hospice experience and interacts with the same accordingly. * Adheres to the patient abuse prevention program * Participates in laundering personal patient clothing as directedQualifications * High School Education or Equivalent * Six (6) months experience in Acute Care, Skilled Nursing, Adult Home or Home Care Licensure/Certification * Current NYS CNA or HHA certification requiredFollow link for complete description and to apply online: