Hospice CHHA

Journey Hospice; Egg Harbor Township (NJ); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekend shift premium

Job summary

Journey Hospice is seeking a per diem as needed CHHA for our Journey Hospice Program. This position serves terminally ill patients in the home, nursing facilities, inpatient units, or other environments where the Hospice patient resides, in accordance with the plan of care and under RN supervision.

The Hospice CHHA provides personal care and light housekeeping, observes and reports observations, and maintains timely documentation.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Certification as Hospice Aide/Homemaker per NJ requirements.
• Valid driver's license with reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and light housekeeping to terminally ill patients.
• Observe, report, and document patient status and care provided.
• Participate as an active member of the Hospice Interdisciplinary Team (IDT).

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Compassion

Education

High school diploma or GED

Hospice Aide/Homemaker certification

Job description

About LSMNJ

LSMNJ is a very cohesive company that truly values their employees There is a heart to this company that truly cares and practices its 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

Position Overview

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 25hour 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 patients care plan

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications EducationTrainingCertifications Must have High school diploma or GED Completion of a training program as outlined under the Medicare Hospice Conditions of Participation 41876 and approved by the New Jersey Board of Nursing certification by the Board of Nursing in accordance with NJSA 4511 23 et seq and NJAC 1337 and proof of the certification as a Hospice AideHomemaker from the program for inclusion in the agency personnel file per 842C 75 Must demonstrate skills and have a passing score on a written competency test in accordance with 42 CFR Section 48436 or 41876c prior to working independently with a patient Valid drivers license and reliable transportation that is insured in accordance with New Jersey requirements

Skills

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 healthhospice 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 LSMNJ is an equal opportunity employer