Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America’s heartland.

Work Shift:

8 Hours - Day Shifts (United States of America)

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

32

Compensation:

Salary Range: $15.00 - $23.00

Union Position:

No

Department Details

Ottumwa Iowa Hospice
Serving the Iowa counties of: Appanoose, Davis, Jefferson, Keokuk, Mahaska, Marion, Monroe, Van Buren, Wapello, and Warren

Summary

Performs tasks as delegated and indicated on the care plan for assigned patients/residents under the supervision of a registered nurse (RN) and willingly accepts delegated tasks.

Job Description

The Aide understands the basic elements of body functioning and the physical and emotional changes including those which occur in the death and dying process. Utilizes appropriate age related patient/resident care protocols relating to the physical and psychological needs of neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patients/residents. Assists patients/residents in daily living activities such as dressing and undressing, bathing and eating. Must have good interpersonal skills, be courteous and caring. Must know medical terminology, organizational policies and procedures. Requires ability to do detailed work correctly, function under and handle stress. Must be able to work with growth and development needs of all client populations.

Qualifications

High school graduate or general equivalency diploma (GED) preferred, but not required.

Completion of nurse aide training, including classroom and practical training, totaling 75 hours preferred. Within the 75 hours of training, a minimum of 16 hours supervised practical training and a minimum of 16 hours in classroom training.

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) is preferred. If working in North Dakota, be registered as Home Health Aide through the North Dakota Department of Health within four months from the date of hire. Obtains and subsequently maintains required department specific competencies and certifications. Depending on location, a valid drivers license may be required. Ongoing training and competency validation annually tracked.

Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet. 

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