Hospice CHHA

divh2CHHA Position/h2pLooking for a dedicated, compassionate CHHA who will provide personal care services for our patients preparing for end-of-life. You will work under the direction of the Director of Nursing and Aides Manager. Keep basic computer documentation of personal care services rendered and other appropriate services on a daily. Patient documentation will be completed electronically within 24 hours of the visit. The qualified candidate will provide assistance and understanding to the family in time of bereavement. As a CHHA, you will work as a member of the Hospice team in providing Hospice care within the guidelines of the IDG care plan./ppKnowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:/pp Moderate reading, writing, grammar, and mathematics skills Proficient interpersonal relations and communication skills Medical equipment knowledge Confidentiality and HIPAA Ability to multi-task Ability to plan and work independently Detail oriented Decision making and problem solving skills Ability to work well within a team/ppEssential Duties and Responsibilities:/pp Provide quality nursing care to residents in an environment which promotes their rights, dignity, freedom of choice, and their individuality; Accept close, direct supervision by Primary RN and RN Supervisor Observe temperature, pulse, respirations, blood pressure and weight of patients when so directed; Bathing sponge, shower or tub; Shampoo or care of hair; does not include hair coloring or tinting; Shaving patients; Oral hygiene including care of dentures; Nail/foot care, diabetic care as directed by RN;/ppMust have high school diploma or GED/ppGraduate from an approved training and competency course./ppMinimum 2 years of experience as a CHHA preferred./ppActive patient contact within past two years, preferred./ppDrivers License and reliable transportation required./p/div