Home Health Aide - Hospice Care

Overview
Under the direction of a Registered Nurse (RN), the Home Health Aide (HHA) functions as a support to the licensed nursing staff and performs activities related to the personal care and hygiene needs of an assigned patient group. Facilitates communication with other disciplines, patients, family, caregivers, medical staff and employees. Serves as a public relations liaison for the unit. Works under the direct supervision of the nursing manager.
Qualifications
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Responsibilities
Completes documentation as per policy and procedure in order to maintain a thorough and accurate clinical record for each patient. Reports any changes in patient status to the licensed staff. Practices in a manner sensitive to the needs of patients and families. Provides care according to plan of care and orders. Assesses, identifies and reports safety issues for patient and staff. Participates in monthly Home Health Aide educational in-services and ensures completion of all mandatory education. Contributes to the efficacy of the interdisciplinary team by sharing pertinent information and insights to inform on-going development of plans of care, participating in problem-solving, and maintaining current knowledge of individual patient care plans. Works collaboratively with other members of the HHA team to maximize efficiencies, meet patient needs, encourage positive HHA-patient relationships, and promote patient satisfaction. Acts as mentor to new Home Health Aide employees and contributes to the orientation and training of staff. Participates in unit PI projects. Is an active member of unit partnership council, unit committees and/or projects. Performance demonstrates adequate knowledge of regulatory & accreditation guidelines state, federal, ACHC. ?Assist with Scheduling of HHA. Monitors vital signs as directed in plan of care. Provides hair care including shampooing as directed in plan of care. Assists patient with bathing and personal care as directed in plan of care. Attends weekly IDT case conference to provide patient updates.
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Based in Urbana, IL, Carle Health is a healthcare system with nearly 16,600 team members in its eight hospitals, physician groups and a variety of healthcare businesses. Carle BroMenn Medical Center, Carle Foundation Hospital, Carle Health Methodist Hospital, Carle Health Proctor Hospital, Carle Health Pekin Hospital, and Carle Hoopeston Regional Health Center hold Magnet® designations, the nation's highest honor for nursing care. The system includes Methodist College and Carle Illinois College of Medicine, the world's first engineering-based medical school, and Health Alliance . We offer opportunities in several communities throughout central Illinois with potential for growth and life-long careers at Carle Health.
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Compensation and Benefits
The compensation range for this position is $17.33per hour - $28.07per hour. This represents a good faith minimum and maximum range for the role at the time of posting by Carle Health. The actual compensation offered a candidate will be dependent on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate's experience, qualifications, location, training, licenses, shifts worked and compensation model. Carle Health offers a comprehensive benefits package for team members and providers. To learn more visit .