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Hospice Aide
Fresno, CA
Job Description
Caregiving is our Calling
At Amedisys whether we're caring for patients directly or supporting those who do, each of us is a caregiver at heart. Every team member contributes to our mission of providing exceptional, clinically distinct care in the home to thousands of patients and families every day.
You'll join a mission-driven company dedicated to innovation, growth and supporting our frontline caregivers with the best and most up-to-date resources available so they can do what they do best.
If you're looking for a home with a Nationwide Company where you can put your skills and experience to work, make a difference every day and pursue your goals for the future, join our team.
What You Will Do:
Provides support services, under the supervision of the appropriate professional staf f in accordance with state regulations, assists the client or family in the achievement of physical and emotional comfort according to the patient's plan of care.
Qualifications
Required:
Training (at least 75 - hours) an d competency evaluation , the content of which addresses all subjects listed at 42CFR 418.76 (b) & (c). A competency evaluation program that meets the requirements of 42CFR 418.76 (c). A nurse aide ( at least 75 - hours ) training and competency evaluation program approved by the State as meeting the requi rements of • 483.151 through • 483.154 , and is currently listed in good standing on the State nurse aide registry. A State licensure program [ 42CFR 418.76(a)(1)(iv)] .
Preferred
Amedisys is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified employees and applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, pregnancy, marital status, national origin, citizenship status, disability, military status, sexual orientation, genetic predisposition or carrier status or any other legally protected characteristic.
Additional Qualifications:
Alaska, California, Kansas, Maine, Maryland, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Oregon, Rhode Island, Washington D.C., and Wyoming require state certification as a nurse assistant, nurse aide, certified home health aide, or proof of registry as required.
Amedisys is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, pregnancy, marital status, national origin, citizenship status, disability, military status, sexual orientation, genetic predisposition or carrier status or any other legally protected characteristic.
Benefits and More
Amedisys cares for our team members with the same commitment we have to our patients. This is reflected in the benefits we provide and the opportunities we make available to our team. Benefits for eligible employees include:
At Amedisys whether we're caring for patients directly or supporting those who do, each of us is a caregiver at heart. Every team member contributes to our mission of providing exceptional, clinically distinct care in the home to thousands of patients and families every day.
You'll join a mission-driven company dedicated to innovation, growth and supporting our frontline caregivers with the best and most up-to-date resources available so they can do what they do best.
If you're looking for a home with a Nationwide Company where you can put your skills and experience to work, make a difference every day and pursue your goals for the future, join our team.
What You Will Do:
Provides support services, under the supervision of the appropriate professional staf f in accordance with state regulations, assists the client or family in the achievement of physical and emotional comfort according to the patient's plan of care.
- Provides personal care services per state/federal rules, regulations, and/or standards.
- Applies safety principles and proper body mechanics to the performance of specific techniques of personal and supportive care such as ambulation of clients, transferri ng clients, assisting with the normal range of motion and positioning, and doing household chores.
- Plans and prepares nutritious meals, including shopping and assisting with feeding, as assigned.
- Performs homemaking and other environmental services as assig ned.
- Observes, reports and documents any changes in patient's status. If unable to perform a certain task, reports to the primary nurse.
- Understands basic elements of body functioning and reports changes in patient's body functions as indicated.
- Recogniz es emergency situations and implements appropriate emergency procedur es per care center policy.
- Follows care center procedures regarding infection control, handling of hazardous wastes, and safety measures.
- Accurately documents care provided and submits notes and other required documents per care center policy.
- Follows spe cific written instructions for personal care prepared by a registere d nurse in accordance with the Plan of Care. Written instructions are to be received prior to the delivery of services.
- Assists patient with prescribed exercises as instructed per nurse o r therapist.
- Provides respite for patient's family/caregiver when on - site, as appropriate.
- Performs and records simple urine tests for sugar, acetane, and albumin .
- Attends funerals/call hours when appropriate as assigned by the bereavement coordinator.
- Per forms other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Required:
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- S ix ( 6 + ) months full - time direct, patient care experience within the last five (5) years, in an institution or care center setting.
- Meets federal/state requirements for this position. Hospice Aide ( HA) competence will conform with requirements in the Medicare Conditions of Participation found in 42CFR 418. 76 . Must be able to successfully pass the competency program of the care ce nter. Upon hire, will have complete d one of the following :
- Has not h ad a consecutive twenty - four (24) month or more lapse in practice for compensation since last compete ncy training.
- Current CPR certification .
Preferred
- Current state certification (or regist ration) as a nurse assistant (and as per state certification/ reg istration requirements).
- Minimum of one (1) year full - time direct, patient care experience within th e last five (5) years, in an institution or agency setting.
Amedisys is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified employees and applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, pregnancy, marital status, national origin, citizenship status, disability, military status, sexual orientation, genetic predisposition or carrier status or any other legally protected characteristic.
Additional Qualifications:
Alaska, California, Kansas, Maine, Maryland, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Oregon, Rhode Island, Washington D.C., and Wyoming require state certification as a nurse assistant, nurse aide, certified home health aide, or proof of registry as required.
Amedisys is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, pregnancy, marital status, national origin, citizenship status, disability, military status, sexual orientation, genetic predisposition or carrier status or any other legally protected characteristic.
Benefits and More
Amedisys cares for our team members with the same commitment we have to our patients. This is reflected in the benefits we provide and the opportunities we make available to our team. Benefits for eligible employees include:
- Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
- Comprehensive Health Insurance Benefits (medical, dental, vision)
- Health Savings Account, Health Reimbursement Account, and Flexible Spending Account options
- Life, Disability, and Other Voluntary Benefits
- 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with Company Matching Contributions
- Discounted Employee Stock Purchase Plan
- Continuing Education
- Fleet car for eligible employees
Job Summary
Company
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Required Education
High School or Equivalent
Required Experience
5 years
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