Experienced Hospice STNA at Gardens of Western Reserve Home Care and Hospice in cuyahoga falls, Ohio

Job Description:

Experienced Hospice STNA

We are looking for a Hospice Aide to provide compassionate personal care for patients. Maintains a safe and healthy environment as directed by the RN Case Manager.

Job Description

• 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
• Shaving patients
• Oral hygiene including care of dentures
• Nail/foot care, diabetic care as directed by RN
• Skin care with observation for pressure areas and sores; knowledge of preventive measure; report to RN any deviation
• Follow the written Plan of Care as directed by the RN
• Change bed linens
• Clean and organize patient’s living area
• Communicate with and support patient and family
• Observe deviations from the usual physical and mental conditions; report to Primary RN or RN Supervisor
• Perform simple range of motion exercises after demonstration by RN or therapist
• Prepare and serve meals, including special diets, and assist patients with eating
• Assist patient with activities of daily living
• Promote mental alertness and orientation of patients through conversation and appropriate recreational activities
• Deliver and pick up equipment and supplies
• Keep basic computer documentation of personal care services rendered and other appropriate services on a daily basis
• Patient documentation will be completed electronically within 12 hours of the visit
• Maintain and respect the confidentiality of medical records and information concerning patients
• Responsible for submitting mileage, and supplies to office staff

Paid Mileage, 401K matching, Medical, Dental, Eye Care, Paid Time Off.

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