Hospice Aide - Multiple Locations

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Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Work Shift:

Days (United States of America)

HOURS: 8:00am - 5:00pm, Monday - Friday

Upon joining our Hospice team, each teammate is assigned a specific territory following their offer and orientation. We strive to align assignments with individual preferences whenever possible, and we have a clear process in place for teammates to request a different territory as new opportunities arise.

Summary of Primary Function/General Purpose of Position

The Patient Care Tech (PCT) provides direct patient care under the guidance of the Registered Nurse or designated health care professional in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations and within the policies, procedures, and guidelines of the organization.

Essential Job Functions

• Provides basic patient care to include, but not limited to, care and comfort, vital sign measurement, personal care and hygiene, and assists with mobility, including unit-based specialty duties.

• Acts as liaison between patient and nurse to report changes and/or concerns.

• Provides high-level customer service to all patients, patient's family, visitors, and employees.

• Provides accurate, precise, timely documentation when applicable for patient care.

• Participates in hand-off/report of pertinent information regarding patient and departmental needs upon arrival and when leaving.

• Performs delegated tasks once competency has been validated.

• Mobilizes patients using therapeutic transfer techniques which foster independence and safety.

• Fosters independence by encouraging patients to complete tasks as independently as possible.

• Individualizes care based on patient's interests and hobbies.

This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.

Licensing/Certification

BLS Basic Life Support (required at RSFH, preferred upon hire at BSMH locations, must obtain from approved source prior to direct patient care)

Must have completed one of the following for BSMH locations: (required)

Successful completion of nursing aide training program OR

Successful passing of STNA State Tested Nurse Aide (required if OH LTC), OR CNA Certified Nurse Aide, OR Nurses Aide state testing or completed a nursing program that had one clinical nursing course and one clinical rotation, OR 1 year of relevant experience in a clinical setting

Must have completed one of the following for South Carolina locations: (required)

Graduate of an accredited high school or GED equivalency examination and a current Roper St, Francis teammate. Must successfully complete the RSF PCT Training Program upon hire.

Graduate of an accredited high school or GED equivalency examination and have a current certification as a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA). Must successfully complete the RSF PCT Training Program upon hire.

Currently enrolled in or a graduate of an Associates or Bachelor's degree (in any field) with no experience requirement. Must successfully complete the RSF PCT Training Program upon hire.

Work Experience

Recent experience in acute care, physician's office, home health/hospice, or long term care facility, with a preference for the setting in which they are applying (preferred)

Training

EPIC Electronic Health Record (EHR) training (preferred)

Language

None

Skills

• Ability to clearly communicate to other members of the healthcare team

• Ability to understand and follow directions of healthcare team

• Knowledge of patient and healthcare safety standards and regulations (i.e. falls, skin breakdown, suicide prevention, environment of care)

• Knowledge and demonstration of infection prevention and transmission-based precautions

• Understanding of clerical duties and office-based technology

• Ability to work in a team

• Patient data collection and documentation (i.e. vital signs, intake/output, change in patient condition)

• Basic hygiene and activities of daily living care

• Ability to assist with feeding, hydration, and nutrition

• Ability to assist with bowel and bladder elimination

• Ability to assist with ambulation and patient mobility

• Use of clinical technology

• Compassionate, relationship-based approach in care activities

• Accountability for completion of assigned tasks

• Escalation of concerns via chain of comma

Working Conditions

Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur

May be exposed to physical altercations and verbal abuse

May be required to use physical restraints

May be exposed to high noise levels and bright lights

May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids

May be exposed to human blood and other potentially infectious materials

May have periods of constant interruptions

Prolonged periods of working alone

Physical Requirements

Lifting/Carrying (0-50 lbs.) 34-66%

Lifting/Carrying (50-100 lbs.) 67-100%

Push/Pull (0-50 lbs.) 34-66%

Push/Pull (50-100 lbs.) 34-66%

Stoop/Kneel 34-66%

Crawling 1-33%

Climbing 1-33%

Balance 34-66%

Bending 67-100%

Sitting 34-66%

Walking 67-100%

Standing 67-100%

Additional Physical Requirements/Hazards

Manual dexterity (eye/hand coordination)

Perform shift work

Maneuver weight of patients

Hear alarms/telephone/audio recorder

Reach above shoulder

Repetitive arm/hand movements

Finger Dexterity

Color Vision

Acuity - far

Acuity - near

Depth perception

Use of latex products

Exposure to toxic/caustic/chemicals/detergents

Exposure to moving mechanical parts

Exposure to dust/fumes

Exposure to potential electrical shock

Exposure to x ray/electromagnetic energy

Exposure to high pitched noises

Gaseous risk exposure

Patient Population

Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit.

Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development of the life span and possesses the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his or her age, specific needs and to provide the care needed as described in departmental policies and procedures.

Neonates (0-4 weeks)

Infant (1-12 months)

Pediatrics (1-12 years)

Adolescents (13-17 years)

Adults (18-64 years)

Geriatrics (65 years and older)

Roper St. Francis Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer.

As a Roper St. Francis Healthcare teammate, you're part of a Misson that matters. We support your well-being - personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.

What we offer

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)

• Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HAS/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts

• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, and short- and long-term disability

• Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support

Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.

Department:

Hospice - Clinical - Roper Hospital

It is our policy to abide by all Federal and State laws, as well as, the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). Accordingly, all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@RSFH.com.