at Gareda Home Care Services in Calumet City, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Responsibilities
Hospice Aide / CNA Responsibilities:
- Follow the interdisciplinary plan of care, be alert to the patient's needs and concerns. Provide personal care, including bathing, dressing, grooming, hair, nail, skin and foot care and oral hygiene. Assist patients, according to the plan of care.
- Perform simple procedures as an extension of therapeutic services, in accordance with the interdisciplinary plan of care
- Observe and report changes in the patient's condition and needs to the Team Director (TD) or Registered Nurse (RN)
- May perform simple homemaking chores for the patient directly, meal preparation, and/or light housekeeping in the patient's immediate area
- Complete required documentation per policy. Participate in continuing education programs. Follow confidentiality regarding patients and families per policy
- Demonstrate a compassionate attitude toward patients and families consistent with the philosophy and mission of the organization. Attend patient care conferences as requested by the TD
