The CHHA is a crucial paraprofessional member of the interdisciplinary team, working under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN). This role involves providing various services to meet the personal needs of patients, ensuring their comfort and promoting their well-being. The CHHA is responsible for observing and monitoring patient conditions, accurately reporting these observations to the supervising RN, and thoroughly documenting the care provided. Assignments are given by the RN in a manner that ensures the quality, continuity, and safety of patient care.

Essential Job Functions/Responsibilities

Responsibilities of the CHHA include, but are not limited to, the following:

Performing personal care needs after given a patient's assignment and attending to his/her requests promptly. If unable to perform a certain task, report to the Case Manager immediately.

Providing patients and family with positive communication techniques, within the realm of ethical and respectful care, including confidentiality.

Meeting safety needs of patients and using equipment safely and properly (foot stools, side rails, O2 etc.)

Giving personal care including baths, back rubs, oral hygiene, shampoos and changing bed linen as often as assigned.

Assisting in dressing and undressing patients as assigned.

Planning and preparing nutritious meals, including shopping, as assigned.

Assisting in feeding the patient as assigned.

Taking and recording oral, rectal and axillary temperatures, pulse, respiration and blood pressure when ordered with appropriate completed/demonstrated skills competency.

Providing proper care and observation of the patient's skin to prevent breakdown of tissue over bony prominence.

Assessing and reporting on the patient's condition and significant changes to the Case Manager. Aware of the caregiver or other individuals living with the patient and interpersonal issues.

Assisting in ambulation and exercise as instructed by the hospice nurse or therapist.

Provide normal range of motion and transfers/positioning as directed.

Assistance with self-administered medications as allowed by state regulations, such as reminders.

Offering and assisting with bedpans and urinals. Providing assistance as assigned with light laundry needs.

Performing range of motion and other simple procedures as an extensional therapy service as ordered with appropriate completed/demonstrated skills competency.

Providing respite for patient's/fam