Certified Hospice Aide

Job Description

The opportunity is here if you’re ready for it. Become a part of our team and help make a difference in lives. We take great pride in the work we do and the talented people who work with us. We’re always looking for highly skilled, driven people who value a collaborative, open environment and a flexible, professional culture. Please send your resume to hr@maxcarehospice.com Certified Hospice Aide Location: Los Angeles, Riverside, Ventura, Orange County Certified Home Hospice Aide Job Description Summary The Maxcare Hospice Certified Home Health Aide (CHHA) is trained to provide personal care and services to the terminally ill to augment that care given by family members. The CHHA functions under the direction, instruction and supervision of the Case Manager and/or the Team Manager. Essential Job Functions/Responsibilities Take patient vital signs and record. Notify CM or Team Leader of any/all abnormal results Assisting patients with bath, care of mouth, skin, hair and all aspects of personal hygiene Assisting patients with transferring and assisting with ambulation Assisting with prescribed exercises which patients and CHHA have been taught by the appropriate health personnel Preparing of meals and assisting patients with eating Assisting patients with toileting including use of bedpan, urinal and commodes. Preparing household services that will facilitate the patient’s self-care at home and are necessary to prevent or postpone institutionalization Reporting changes in the patients condition and needs to the CM or Team Leader Completing appropriate records in a timely manner Preferred Skills As per Certification requirements Professional Requirements and Required Certification/Licensure Provides sufficient documentation of having passed a skills test and written/oral test demonstrating those competencies identified in OBRA-87, 42 C.F.R. Sections 484.36 and 484.4. In lieu of such documentation, a newly hired CHHA must demonstrate skills and written/oral competency prior to working independently with the patient. High School graduate or equivalent preferred Proof of California State Certification for Home Health Aide (CHHA) One to two (1-2) years direct patient care experience in an institutional or home care setting One-two (1-2) years hospice experience Experience with the terminally ill patient.