Hospice CHHA

Looking 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.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

• 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

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• 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; 

Must have High school diploma or GED

Graduate from an approved training and competency course.

Minimum 2 years of experience as a CHHA preferred.

Active patient contact within past two years, preferred.

Driver's License and Reliable Transportation required.