Hospice Aide

Hospice Aide — Part time CNA- WISCONSIN LOCATION Pay Range: $23.00-$25.00 DOQ Join Our Innovative Team! Olive Grove Hospice At Olive Grove, we believe hospice is about inspiring those we serve to fully live each moment. We do this through our innovative and unique approach to personalized care, which helps people arrive at a place of peace and comfort. The Hospice Aide will provide personal care, supportive services, education, and light household duties in a plan of care developed by the RN. The aide is a paraprofessional member of the hospice team who works under the supervision of a registered nurse and performs various personal care services as necessary to meet the patient’s needs. The aide is responsible for observing patients, reporting those observations and documenting observations and care performed. The will be assigned in a manner that promotes quality, continuity and safety of a patient’s care. Job Responsibilities Provide personal care which includes bathing and personal hygiene. Assist the patient with ambulation, transfers, and positioning or prescribed exercises as instructed by the registered nurse or a therapist. Assist with feeding Provide respite for patient’s family/caregivers when on-site, as appropriate Document and report progress of patient's health and condition using required reports and established timelines. Prepare clinical progress notes and communicate current health status and needs of patients to the registered nurse and others providing patient care. Participate as a member of the interdisciplinary team and attend patient care conferences to maintain continuity of care QUALIFICATIONS Currently licensed as a CNA in the state of WI Must be at least eighteen (18) years of age. Ability to read, write, follow written instructions and document care given. Successful completion of a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA program). One (1) year CNA experience, preferred. Self-directing with the ability to work with little direct supervision. Must be a licensed driver with an automobile that is insured in accordance with state/or organization requirements and is in good working order. Pay and Benefits: Competitive salary!! Mileage Reimbursement Comprehensive Benefits Package Health Insurance HSA (Health Savings Account) Short/Long Term Disability and Life Insurance available Paid Time Off (PTO) Paid Holidays Recognition Programs Free Education Courses #J-18808-Ljbffr