The Hospice Aide (CHHA) is a paraprofessional member of the Hospice team who works under the supervision of a registered nurse or therapist and performs various personal care services as necessary to meet the patient’s needs.
Compensation
Pay: $23 - $28 per hour
Responsibilities
Providing personal care including baths, back rubs, oral hygiene, shampoos, changing bed linen, assisting patients with dressing and undressing, nail & skin care to prevent breakdown, assisting the patient with toileting activities, keeping patient’s living area clean and orderly
Planning and preparing nutritious meals
Assisting in feeding the patient, if necessary
Taking and recording oral, rectal and axillary temperatures, pulse, respiration and blood pressure when ordered
Assisting in ambulation and exercise according to the plan of care
Provide non-medical in-home care tasks such as dressing, grooming, bathing, help with eating/cooking, transferring, bed mobility, walking, behavior redirections, communication needs, toileting, decision making, memory care, and exercise assistance
Transport clients for grocery shopping and errands, driving them to appointments
Offer companionship through games, puzzles, and other social activities