Hospice Aide

HOLY FAMILY HOSPICE AND SPIRITUAL CARE LLC; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

HOLY FAMILY HOSPICE AND SPIRITUAL CARE LLC is seeking a Hospice Aide to provide physical and emotional support to patients and families in home settings across Atlanta, GA. You will assist with daily living activities, ensure patient comfort and dignity, and document care in coordination with the RN Case Manager.

Required CNA or equivalent, CPR certification, and a compassionate, patient-centered approach to end-of-life care. Travel to patients\' homes with reliable transportation is expected.

Qualifications

• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or equivalent required.
• Experience providing end-of-life care in home or healthcare settings preferred.
• Current CPR certification required.
• Patience, compassion and ability to work effectively with patients and families.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with activities of daily living (bathing, dressing, eating).
• Provide companionship and emotional support to patients and families.
• Report changes in patient condition to RN Case Manager/Administrator.
• Maintain clean, safe, and comfortable home environment; report safety concerns.
• Assist with light housekeeping and meal preparation.
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and other healthcare professionals.
• Maintain accurate records of patient care and participate in training.

Skills

CNA or equivalent

End-of-life care experience

CPR certification

Job description

Description

Position Summary

A Hospice Aide provides physical and emotional support to patients and their families, assists with daily living activities, and ensures patient comfort and dignity.

Mission

To honor our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ by caring for the physical and spiritual needs of our brothers and sisters and their families as they face the end of life.

Vision

Caring for our caregivers will result in Intentional, Loving, and Compassionate care delivered to every patient in the same manner that we would care for our own loved ones, enabling every patient and their loved ones to experience Reconciliation, Remembrance, and Revelation in their last days that become more about life than death.

Core Values

? Love

? Trust

? Commitment

? Prayer

? Patience

? Performance

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

? Assist patients with activities of daily living, such as bathing, dressing, and eating

? Offer companionship, emotional support, and comfort to patients and their families

? Observe and report any changes in the patient's physical or mental condition to the RN Case Manager/Administrator

? Ensure a clean, safe, and comfortable environment for the patient and family. Report safety concerns to RN Case Manager/Administrator

? Help with light housekeeping duties, such as laundry and meal preparation

? Communicate effectively with patients, families, and other healthcare professionals

? Maintain accurate and detailed records of patient care

? Participate in required training and continuing education

Requirements

Qualifications

? Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or equivalent

? Experience in providing end-of-life care in a home care or other healthcare settings is preferred

? A current CPR certification is required

? Patience, compassion, and the ability to work effectively with patients and their families

? Ability to follow instructions and work independently in patient's homes

? Must have access to a reliable vehicle with a valid driver’s license in the state residing as well as proof of vehicle insurance

? Understanding and adherence to infection control protocols

? Must be able to show adaptability to patient's home environment

Work Environment

? Diverse surroundings in patient homes with unpredictable environments such as uneven surfaces and potential hazards such as animals, tobacco smoke and exposure to communicable diseases, etc.

? Hospitals, nursing homes, assisted living facilities, adult foster homes, etc.

Physical Demands

? Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential

? Ability to assist patients with mobility and other physical tasks

? Ability to lift at least 50lbs and move patients as needed

? Ability to sit, stand, bend and walk for extended periods.