CUSTOM CARE HOSPICE is an exemplary organization to work for. We incorporate our core values into our daily work habits, such as; Customer's Second; Accountability, Passion For Learning, Love One Another; Intelligent Risk, Celebration and Ownership--also known as CAPLICO. Not many companies offer and believe in these type of core values with their employees. Consider being a part of our team and family.

Responsibilities of the hospice aide include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Performing personal care needs after given a patient's assignment and attending to his/her requests promptly.  If unable to perform a certain task, report to the Case Manager immediately.

• Meeting safety needs of patient and using equipment safely and properly (foot stools, side rails, O2 etc.)

• Giving personal care including baths, back rubs, oral hygiene, shampoos and changing bed linen as often as assigned. Assisting in dressing and undressing patients as assigned.

• Planning and preparing nutritious meals, including shopping, as assigned. Assisting in feeding the patient as assigned.

• Taking and recording oral, rectal and axillary temperatures, pulse, respiration and blood pressure when ordered with appropriate completed/demonstrated skills competency.

• Providing proper care and observation of patient's skin to prevent breakdown of tissue over bony prominence.

• Reporting on patient's condition and significant changes to the Case Manager.   Also aware of the caregiver or other individuals living with the patient and interpersonal issues.

• Assisting in ambulation and exercise as instructed by the hospice nurse or therapist. Offering and assisting with bedpans and urinals. 

• Providing assistance as assigned with light laundry needs.

• Performing range of motion and other simple procedures as an extensional therapy service as ordered with appropriate completed/demonstrated skills competency.

• Providing respite for patient's/family/caregiver when on-site, as appropriate. Keeping patient's living area clean and orderly, as assigned. Adhering to the organization's documentation and care procedures and standards of personal and professional conduct

• Participates in quality assessment performance improvement teams and activities.

• Respectful of patient and family/caregiver environment and patient's personal needs. The hospice aide will not function in any manner viewed as the practice of nursing according to the Nurse Practice Act. 

• Specifically, the hospice aide will not administer medications, take physician's orders or perform procedures requiring the training, knowledge and skill of a licensed nurse, such as sterile techniques.

The above statements are only meant to be a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by the employee of this job.  The employee may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those stated in this description.

JOB REQUIREMENTS (Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities)

Effective August 14, 1990, a person who has successfully completed a state established or other training program that meets the requirements of S 484.36(a) and a competency evaluation program, or state licensure program that meets the requirements of S 484.36(b), or a competency evaluation program or state licensure program that meets the requirements of S 484.36(b).

• Meets the training requirements of the State.

• At least 18 years of age.

• Ability to read and follow written instructions and document care given.

• Understands hospice philosophy, comfortable providing specialized care to the terminally ill.

• Satisfactory references from previous employers.

• Is self-directing with the ability to work with little direct supervision.  Secure with issues of death/dying.  Provides a calm manner when in a patient’s home.

• Has empathy for the needs of the ill, injured, frail and the impaired.

• Possess and maintains current CPR certification.

• Demonstrates tact, patience, and good personal hygiene.            

• Licensed driver with automobile that is insured in accordance with organization requirements and is in good working order.

• Good oral and written communications

• Good organizational skills