STNA - Hospice Aide

EverHeart Hospice; Greenville (OH); On-site; USD 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospice organization is seeking a compassionate STNA - Hospice Aide to provide personal care and support to patients in their home. The role requires excellent communication skills and the ability to work independently. Join a dedicated team committed to delivering exceptional end-of-life care in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Medical, Dental/Vision Benefits

PTO, Sick time/Paid Holidays

401(k) and 401(k) Matching

Clothing Allowance

Mileage reimbursement

Tuition Reimbursement

Work/Life Balance

Initial scrubs provided on hire

Employee Discount Programs

Comprehensive Lifestyle Benefits

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year of experience providing personal care in a healthcare setting.
• Active STNA License required.

Responsibilities

• Provision of hands-on personal care.
• Recognize and report changes in patient status.
• Assist with activities to maintain a safe environment.

Skills

Customer Service

Communication

Detail Oriented

Education

High school diploma

75 hours of state approved aide training

Job description

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Positions Available - STNA required: Homecare - FT - M-F 8a-430p, every 7th weekend, and 1 holiday rotation

Location: Coldwater, OH Mercer County

Summary of Position: The Hospice Aide provides personal care under the guidance and supervision of a Registered Nurse.

Education And Experience

• High school diploma preferred.
• Completion of 75 hours of state approved aide training consisting of classroom and supervised practical training.
• Does not have a lapse of 24 months of non-compensated aide work.
• Successful completion of competency evaluation within first 4 weeks of employment.
• Successfully pass a mandatory written Hospice Aide test within first 6 weeks of employment.
• Minimum of one year of experience providing personal care in a healthcare setting.
• Hospice experience preferred.
• Active STNA License
  
  

Special Skills And Requirements

• Shall have a valid driver’s license.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Detail oriented with excellent communication, documentation, and organizational skills.
• Ability to follow instructions.
• Ability to work independently without supervision.
• Travel to other sites as needed. Travel may be in inclement weather.
• Ability to lift 25 lbs of supplies or equipment.
• Requires various amounts of sitting, standing, twisting, turning, bending, lifting and walking.
• Ability to assist with patient care activities such as ambulation, transfers, and positioning.
  
  

Responsibilities Of Position

Complete tasks as assigned on the patient’s aide care plan which include:

• Provision of hands on personal care.
• Performance of simple procedures as an extension of therapy or nursing services.
• Assistance in ambulation or exercise.
• Assist the patient and family to learn rehabilitative techniques and promote compliance with established program.
• Perform or assist with activities necessary to maintain a healthful, safe environment.
• Recognize and report promptly to the registered nurse any changes in the mental and/or physical status of the patient. Reporting should be written and oral when appropriate.
  
  

Demonstrate Competency In The Following Areas

• Communication with patients, caregivers, and multidisciplinary team.
• Observation, reporting, and documentation of patient status and the care or services furnished.
• Ability to read and record temperature, pulse, and respiration.
• Maintenance of effective infection control procedures.
• Identification of basic elements of body function and changes in body function that must be reported to an aide’s supervisor.
• Maintenance of a clean and safe healthy environment. Performing light housekeeping like dusting, vacuuming, dish washing and assisting with patient laundry as requested.
• Recognizing emergencies and knowledge of emergency procedures.
• Ability to understand physical, emotional, and developmental characteristics of the populations served by the hospice aide, including the need for respect for the patient, his or her privacy, and his or her property.
• Ability to use appropriate and safe techniques in personal hygiene and grooming, including: bed bath; sponge, tub, or shower bath; shampoo, sink tub, or bed; nail and skin care; oral hygiene.
• Ability to complete safe transfer techniques and ambulation.
• Ability to utilize principles of adequate nutrition and fluid intake. Assist with preparation of nutritious meals and encourage patient to eat prescribed diet.
• Ability to complete any other task(s) as assigned and supervised by the agency.
• Assist the Primary Nurse with specific assigned procedures.
• Request assistance if unable to perform competently the assigned tasks.
• Work evenings and weekends as needed to meet the needs of the patients and families and agency backup schedule.
• Complete all documentation as required by the organization in compliance with Agency policy, accreditation bodies, and governing requirements.
• Maintain clinical competency for assigned responsibilities and procedures.
• Other duties as assigned.
  
  

EverHeart Hospice was established in 1980 and is a legacy non-profit, community-based hospice organization. Our mission is to provide exceptional and individualized end-of-life experiences for patients and families. Through the course of care, our patients and families become part of the family. The end-of-life journey is a milestone in life, and we strive to make this journey a memorable experience for each patient and their loved ones. This defines our hospice and the care we provide.

Consider joining our team of hospice professionals today!

Benefits Of Joining The Team

• Medical, Dental/Vision Benefits
• PTO, Sick time/Paid Holidays
• 401(k) and 401(k) Matching (after 1 year)
• Clothing Allowance
• Mileage reimbursement
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Work/Life Balance
• Inital scrubs provided on hire
• Employee Discount Programs
• Agency Qualifies for PSLF on student loans
• Comprehensive Lifestyle Benefits
  
  

M-F

8:00-4:30

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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