Home Health Aide (Hospice)
Company: Baylor Scott & White Health
Location: Temple
Posted on: January 19, 2023
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Job Description:
$2,500 sign on bonus (Based on eligibility)Location/Facility
Baylor Scott & White HospiceSpecialty/Department/Practice TEMPLE
REGIONShift/Schedule Full time days with with 8 hour shifts, 5 days
a weekJOB SUMMARYThe Certified Nurse Assistant performs various
activities to support the provision of patient care under the
supervision and direction of Nursing Manager or staff Nurse, and
assists Registered Nurses and Licensed Vocational Nurses in the
treatment and care of patients.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE
ROLEEnsures patient safety and comfort while providing transfer, or
assisting with mobility, from one location to another in accordance
with established procedures.Assists with the provision of good
patient hygiene, including patient eliminations, in accordance with
established procedures.Assists with the provision of proper
nutrition and accurately records meal and nourishment intake, and
calorie count.Maintains vigilance over patient's safety ensuring
all safety precautions are observed, call lights are within reach,
bed alarms are used as appropriate, side rails are up, beds are in
lowest position, seat belts are in place, etc.Promptly answers all
patient call lights.Provides various treatments in accordance with
unit routines and as directed within the parameters of this job
description.Monitors and records patient's vital signs, intake and
output and other measurements in accordance with unit routines and
as directed. Monitors patients and reports patient's conditions at
regular intervals and prior to completion of shift, promptly
reports any signs or symptoms of concern to appropriate party.
Records interventions according to department and unit routine.
Reviews the hospital chart to familiarize self with the patient's
care needs.Maintains unit equipment in good working order and
notifies the appropriate parties promptly when equipment requires
service or repairs. Cleans equipment and distributes based on
patient needs. Cleans patient bedside units and nursing areas not
included in general housekeeping; ensures neatness and cleanliness
of patient rooms and maintains patient care items. Monitors supply
levels and orders. Assists with the timely completion and
collection of unit forms.KEY SUCCESS FACTORSAbility to complete
nursing assistant orientation skills checklist.Knowledge of medical
terminology.Excellent bedside manner and ability to make patients
feel at ease. Appears friendly, reassuring and approachable to
patients.Ability to take instruction from a doctor.Familiarity with
medical charts and records.High attention to detail.BENEFITSOur
competitive benefits package includes the following
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