STNA/Nurse Aide Hospice - Home Care - Day Shift, KY and OH

A Hiring Company; Maysville (KY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Hospice Aide to provide compassionate care to terminally ill patients in their homes, nursing facilities, and assisted living settings. This role requires an individual with a high school diploma and completion of a state-approved Nurse Aide course. Duties include personal care, vital sign monitoring, and maintaining a hygienic environment. Candidates must be empathetic, responsible, and dependable with valid driver's licenses and safe transportation.

Qualifications

• Must demonstrate effective communication skills with team members, clients, and family members.
• Must carry state minimum in automobile liability insurance.
• Must have valid driver's license, current auto insurance, and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Clean and bathe patients and assist in toileting.
• Measure vital signs like blood pressure and temperature.
• Observe and report changes in patients' conditions to the Registered Nurse.

Skills

Empathy

Responsibility

Dependability

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Completion of State approved Nurse Aide course

Job description

STNA/Nurse Aide Hospice - Home Care - Day Shift, KY and OH

STNA/Nurse Aide Hospice - Home Care - Day Shift, KY and OH

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A Hospice Aide, under the direction of a Registered Nurse, provides care and assistance to terminally ill patients within the scope of experience and ability, including:

• Clean and bathe patients
• Assistance in toileting
• Maintain patients' hygiene and change bedding
• Turn, reposition and transfer or move patients between wheelchairs, seats and beds
• Serve meals and help patients eat their food
• Assist in cleaning and housekeeping of patient area
• Maintain par stock of supplies on hand
• Measure vital signs like blood pressure and temperature
• Observe and listen to patients regarding any health concerns they might have and report details or changes in condition to Registered Nurse
• Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 4:30 pm, with weekends as scheduled in Kentucky or Ohio counties
• Care site: private residences, nursing homes, assisted living facilities, apartments

Description:

A Hospice Aide, under the direction of a Registered Nurse, provides care and assistance to terminally ill patients within the scope of experience and ability, including:

• Clean and bathe patients
• Assistance in toileting
• Maintain patients' hygiene and change bedding
• Turn, reposition and transfer or move patients between wheelchairs, seats and beds
• Serve meals and help patients eat their food
• Assist in cleaning and housekeeping of patient area
• Maintain par stock of supplies on hand
• Measure vital signs like blood pressure and temperature
• Observe and listen to patients regarding any health concerns they might have and report details or changes in condition to Registered Nurse
• Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 4:30 pm, with weekends as scheduled in Kentucky or Ohio counties
• Care site: private residences, nursing homes, assisted living facilities, apartments

Requirements:

Completion of State approved Nurse Aide course, testing, and registration required. At least one of year experience in a patient care position in a hospital, nursing home, or related health care facility preferred. High school diploma or equivalent required.

Personal qualities of empathy, responsibility, and dependability. Must demonstrate effective communication skills with team members, clients, and family members. Must have ability to accept supervision and follow instructions. Must carry state minimum in automobile liability insurance.

Must be able to access patient homes and facilities independently. Must demonstrate proper use of personal protective equipment and observe universal precautions. Must be able to lift at least 50 pounds using proper body mechanics. Must have valid driver's license, current auto insurance and reliable transportation.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

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