As the Hospice Support Specialist you will deliver compassionate, end-of-life care focused on comfort, dignity, and quality of life for terminally ill patients and their families. This position will work as part of team in providing a variety of services for clients to maintain their comfort and support the Individualized Care Plan.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
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Interacts with individuals on a daily basis, listening and appropriately responding to their concerns.
- Perform routine procedures to maintain flexibility such as range of motion exercises and assistance in ambulation.
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Performs personal care activities, including but not limited to:
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Bathing and shampooing
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Skin care/nail care
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Oral hygiene
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Shaving
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Dressing
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Performs a variety of household services essential to health care including:
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Meal preparation/feeding
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Basic laundry
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Light housekeeping and cleaning
- Assists in the administration of medications that are ordinarily self-administered according to company policy.
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Reports any observed or reported changes in the client's condition and/or needs to the supervisor.
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Document all care provided and completes the forms required for the client's records.
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Enter and submit the appropriate records to document care given and pertinent observations.
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Promotes personal safety and a safe environment for clients by observing infection control practices.
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Demonstrates safe practice in the use of equipment and notifies the supervisor of educational needs.
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Effectively communicates with all members of the interdisciplinary team through verbal reports, participation in staff meetings, and team conferences, as requested.
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Maintains confidentiality in all aspects of the job.
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Attends in-service programs to meet compliance requirements.
You need to be at least 18 years of age and possess a minimum of a high school diploma or equivalency. Previous experience in nursing, direct support services or caregiver role is preferable. Additional requirements include:
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A passion to support others while respecting individual differences
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Ability to read, write and follow a written Individual Plan of Care
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Effective verbal, written, and interpersonal skills
- Demonstrated ability to maintain professionalism and confidentiality with clients, staff members, agency leadership, and outside stakeholders
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Basic to intermediate computer skills
