Hospice Aide
$45,760–$58,240 year
On-siteEl Dorado Hills, California, United States
Job Summary
Perform personal care tasks including baths, oral hygiene, and changing bed linens while observing patients and documenting observations. Assist with dressing, feeding, and ambulation as assigned, and provide nutritious meal preparation and light laundry services. Monitor vital signs such as temperature and pulse when ordered, and ensure patient safety by using equipment like foot stools and oxygen properly. Maintain a clean living area and prevent skin breakdown through regular care. Adhere to documentation standards and professional conduct under nurse supervision. Requires active Home Health Aide certification, CPR, and a licensed driver's license.
Required Qualifications
- Active Home Health Aide certification
- At least 18 years of age
- Understands hospice philosophy
- Comfortable providing specialized care to the terminally ill
- Has empathy for the needs of the ill, injured, frail and the impaired
- Possess and maintains current CPR certification
- Licensed driver
- Automobile that is insured in accordance with organization requirements
- Automobile is in good working order
- Covid-19 Vaccine Required
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