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Hospice Home Health Aide

Company: Spero Hospice
Location: New Brunswick
Posted on: October 29, 2024

Job Description:

Our busy home health agency is rapidly growing and we're seeking an experienced home health aide to assist us in providing superior in-home health care to our clients. Our ideal candidate will have excellent organization and communication skills, and 1-3 years of experience working as an HHA or caregiver. You'll assist our patients with companionship, basic medical care, light housekeeping duties, personal care, and hygiene tasks so that they are empowered to live happily at home. If you are looking for a job that relies on your compassion and empathy skills to help people lead more independent lives, look no further, and apply today!

Responsibilities:

--- Transport patients as needed to doctor's offices or other health care services, grocery shopping, or for other errands
--- Help patients complete exercise, and physical therapy and ambulate the patient as indicated in the care plan
--- Implement care plans as directed by the case manager, and keep updated and accurate care records
--- Enable patients to complete personal hygiene tasks like bathing, toileting, shaving, grooming, dressing, etc.
--- Oversee medication tasks such as opening bottles, organizing self-administered dosing and arranging refills; and assist with meal preparation and planning


Qualifications:

--- Conclusion of home health aide training programs from community colleges are acceptable - Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or Certified Home Health Aide (CHHA) is a bonus
--- 1-3 years of experience as an HHA/ home health aide, personal caregiver, nursing assistant, or personal care aid for a home health agency, at patient homes or care facilities settings is needed
--- Excellent communication and organizational skills are valuable, as is a compassionate, empathetic, and kind personality
--- First aid training and current CPR certification is needed and you must be able to pass a drug test, full employment background check, and physical
--- Possess a valid state driver's license, current auto insurance, and reliable transportation
--- You must be authorized to work in the United States and live within commuting distance of West Orange, NJ to be considered for this position.

About Company:
Spero Hospice is a group of dedicated, hardworking professionals who understand that individuals and families entering hospice care may feel scared, overwhelmed, sad, or unsure. Offering full-spectrum support, including physical, psychological, and spiritual comfort, our team provides an individualized approach to each person that celebrates their unique needs. Each member of the hospice team works tirelessly to ensure our patients receive comprehensive care, so they have the best possible quality of life during this difficult time. By providing a range of services, our staff ensures the whole person is cared for - both physically and emotionally - as we strive to honor their life as it draws to a close.

Keywords: Spero Hospice, New Brunswick , Hospice Home Health Aide, Healthcare , New Brunswick, New Jersey

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