Hospice Aide
Company: Amedisys
Location: Lawrence
Posted on: June 25, 2022
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Job Description:
22007507What You Will Do Provides support services, under the
supervision of the appropriate professional staff 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, transferring 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 assigned. 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. Recognizes emergency situations and implements
appropriate emergency procedures 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 specific written instructions for personal
care prepared by a registered 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 or 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. Performs other duties as assigned.
Keywords: Amedisys, Lawrence , Hospice Aide, Healthcare , Lawrence, Massachusetts
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