Hospice Home Health Aide
Company: Compassionate Care Home Health and Hospice Agency
Location: Bakersfield
Posted on: September 16, 2023
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Job Description:
SIGN-ON Bonus!!Are you looking for a place where you can make a
genuine difference in patient's lives?Compassionate Care Hospice is
located throughout the Central Valley and services seven counties
(Fresno, Merced, Madera, Tulare, Kings County, Kern County, and
Mariposa) - and we're growing fast! Our top priority is maintaining
our culture of love for our patients and team, alike. Our
commitment to our core values allows us to be a provider and
employer of choice. We understand that our employees are key to
providing quality care and are our most important resource.We
actively seek career-oriented individuals, to whom we offer job
security and upward mobility when appropriate - based on merit and
performance. We proudly employ an accomplished team of
professionals, and our team is as diverse as the communities we
serve, representing different ethnicities, religions, ages,
national origins and sexual orientations.In the spirit of charity,
and to make a positive societal difference, we occasionally provide
clerical work opportunities for individuals previously dependent on
government aid, individuals living with Autism Spectrum Disorder
and other disadvantaged adults.Join us today and grow with us!We
are currently seeking to fill the Home Health Aide Hospice
position.-Position to be performed at Bakersfield Office, 93309,
and remotely, throughout our service territories.-Compensation
(negotiable, based on experience, etc.).HHA has a basic
understanding and commitment to the hospice concept of care.
(required)Able to work as a team member and take supervision
effectively. (required)Able to maintain a high level of
confidentiality concerning patient and family information.
(required)Able to relate well to terminally ill patients and their
families. (required)Able to work with diverse groups of people.
(required)Maintains client confidentiality. (required)Has a valid
CA driver's license, maintains own insurance and is able to provide
own transportation to travel to the homes of patients. (for Home
care HHA) (required)Has a Home Health Aide Certificate in CA.
(required for home care)Has experience in hospice.
(desirable)Bilingual in Spanish, Hmong and/or Punjabi is a plus.JOB
DESCRIPTION and RESPONSIBILITIES:Follows a plan of care established
by a primary nurse.Reports changes in patient's condition to the
Case Manager.Maintains safe conditions in the Residence and reports
any unsafe conditions to the Case ManagerBathes patient(s) and
provides personal hygiene care.Makes bed and performs other tasks
to provide a suitable environment for patients.Performs light
housekeeping tasks essential for a safe/healthy environment.Attends
required in-service programs.Attends team planning meetings as
appropriate.Prepares meals and feeds patients when necessary.Helps
patients in performing exercises prescribed by professional
personnel. ROM.Experience and Desirable Traits:-Medical Terminology
Required.-A keen understanding of normal aging and health care for
older adults.-Competency in client needs evaluation, meeting
quality standards for services and evaluation of client and
employee satisfaction.-Ability to work in a fast-paced
environment.-Prior customer service and/or sales experience is a
plus.-Strong commitment to providing the highest quality care and
customer service.-Excellent communication and listening skills,
particularly via the phone.-Proven track record of managing
processes with strong attention to detail.-Sensitivity to client
needs with the ability to express patience and compassion in
dealing with them.-Positive, "can-do" attitude.-Confidence and
creative problem-solving skills.-Flexibility and availability for
schedules to include hours outside of standard work week, possible
weekend hours.-Medical knowledge is preferred.Employees and
patients are equally precious to us. Your happiness is our
happiness - we offer you the following benefits for any full time
position: Dynamic, fun, team-oriented work environment Unparalleled
company culture Local company with soul Countless growth and
development opportunities Flexible Schedules Medical, dental and
vision insurance Mileage Reimbursement at current Federal rate Gas
reimbursement for those in company cars PTO Paid Holidays Paid Sick
Days 401K And so much more!Compassionate Care was established in
2003 in Fresno County and has grown into Central California's
largest home health agency. The healthcare company has expanded its
locations and services, replicating its unique formula throughout
the Greater Central Valley. Compassionate Care provides in-home
medical, rehabilitative and support services by seasoned
professionals with comprehensive clinical training and robust
hospitality experience. In July of 2020 the organization officially
began its venture into Hospice, further vertically integrating
services while always prioritizing their patients' continuum of
care.CompassionateCare.comNote: Effective August 14, 1990, a person
who has successfully completed a state established or other
training programs that meet the requirements of CFR 484.36(a) and a
competency evaluation program, or state licensure program that
meets the requirements of CFR 484.36(b), or a competency evaluation
program or state licensure program that meets the requirements of S
484.36(b).
Keywords: Compassionate Care Home Health and Hospice Agency, Bakersfield , Hospice Home Health Aide, Healthcare , Bakersfield, California
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