Hospice CHHA

Lutheran Social Ministries of New Jersey; Egg Harbor Township (NJ); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

The Lutheran Social Ministries of New Jersey is seeking a per diem Hospice Companionship/Homemaker Aide (CHHA) to serve patients in the Atlantic and Cape May county areas. The role provides personal care and light housekeeping under RN supervision, with a weekend differential of $25/hour.

Candidates must complete NJ-approved Hospice Aide/Homemaker training, hold a valid driver’s license, and meet certification requirements to join our compassionate interdisciplinary team.

Qualifications

• Must have high school diploma or GED.
• Completion of a NJ-approved Hospice Aide/Homemaker training program.
• Certification as Hospice Aide/Homemaker and proof for personnel file.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and light housekeeping to hospice patients in homes, facilities, or inpatient units.
• Work under the supervision of a Registered Nurse and participate in the Hospice Interdisciplinary Team (IDT).
• Document observations and services timely according to the patient care plan.

Skills

Effective communication

Professional demeanor

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or GED

Hospice Aide/Homemaker training

Job description

Career Opportunities with Lutheran Social Ministries of New Jersey

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Current job opportunities are posted here as they become available.

"LSMNJ is a very cohesive company that truly values their employees. There is a heart to this company that truly cares and practices it's mission statement from the C level that includes all employees, on a day to day basis. I am proud to work here and to be part of this LSMNJ Team!"

"All the managers are very friendly and always listen to our problems and find solutions to it."

"I feel that this is a great place to work because we are not just co workers we are a family who loves and care about our fellow peers."

"Employees in Hospice are close knit and genuinely care about each other and our patients."

Those are real statements from real employees at Journey Hospice.

We hope you feel the same way once you experience what it is like to work here.....

*Caring* *Commitment* *Compassion* *Honesty* These are few of words that describes our Culture.

We are currently seeking a per diem, as needed, CHHA for our Journey Hospice Program. This position would work in the Atlantic and Cape May County Areas. Premium pay at $25/hour + weekend shift differential.

The Hospice CHHA provides personal care and light housekeeping services to terminally ill patients in the home, nursing facility, inpatient units or other environments where the Hospice patient resides in accordance with an established plan of care and under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN). Actively participates as a member of the Hospice Interdisciplinary Team (IDT). Provides care and comfort to patients in accordance with assigned tasks and established interdisciplinary and Hospice Aide plan of care. Observes the patient, reports and documents observations and care performed. Provides timely documentation of services based on the patient’s care plan

Basic Qualifications:

Education/Training/Certifications:

• Must have High school diploma or GED.
• Completion of a training program as outlined under the Medicare Hospice Conditions of Participation 418.76 and approved by the New Jersey Board of Nursing, certification by the Board of Nursing in accordance with N.J.S.A 45:11-23 et seq. and N.J.A.C. 13:37, and proof of the certification as a Hospice Aide/Homemaker from the program for inclusion in the agency personnel file (per 8:42C-7.5).
• Must demonstrate skills and have a passing score on a written competency test in accordance with 42 C.F.R. Section 484.36 or 418.76(c) prior to working independently with a patient.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation that is insured in accordance with New Jersey requirements.

Skill(s):

• Must maintain a professional attitude and demeanor and is be able to communicate effectively and relate courteously and cooperatively with patients, caregivers, colleagues, supervisors, co-workers and all others.
• Must be able to demonstrate optimism, enthusiasm and willingness to work constructively with other health care team members and reflect concern for the well‑being of patients and employees.
• Interact with all staff in a positive and motivational fashion supporting the mission and vision of the organization.

Experience:

• Minimum age requirement of eighteen (18).
• One (1) year of direct patient care experience in an institutional or home care setting required with community health/hospice experience preferred. Must demonstrate the ability to be able to work within a multidisciplinary team setting. Understanding of Hospice philosophy and needs of terminally ill.