Hospice Aide, CNA (1.0 FTE - TERRITORY IS OREGON)

Hospice • Walla Walla, WA

25d

About The Position

Walla Walla Community Hospice is seeking a Hospice Aide to provide compassionate personal care and support to terminally ill individuals receiving hospice services. The aide works under the supervision of a registered nurse and follows each patient’s established Plan of Care. The role supports patient comfort, safety, and quality of life, while providing physical, emotional, and psychological support to patients and their loved ones. The aide collaborates with the hospice interdisciplinary team, observes changes in patient condition, and reports observations and care provided.

This position is primarily field-based, with some office-based work, and requires frequent daily driving throughout the organization’s three-county service area. Patient care may take place in private homes, adult family homes, group homes, assisted or independent living facilities, nursing homes, hospitals, and other settings a client considers home. The position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Current and active Certified Nursing Assistant license in Oregon and Washington State.
• At least 2 years of work experience in hospice, palliative care, home health, long-term care, or a related healthcare setting.
• Valid Oregon or Washington driver’s license and acceptable driving record.
• Current CPR certification.
• Proficiency in reading, writing, comprehending, and speaking English as required for business necessity.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills for interacting with patients, families, and the interdisciplinary team.
• Critical thinking skills to address difficulties or emergencies that may arise during care.
• Proficiency with email and Microsoft O365 Suite.
• Ability to operate basic office equipment, such as telephones, computers, fax machines, and copy machines.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and respect patient dignity and confidentiality.
• Ability to travel frequently by car throughout the three-county service area; must have a valid driver’s license and car insurance.
• Ability to perform the physical activities described, including frequent sitting, driving, standing, walking, kneeling, bending, stooping, twisting, pushing, pulling, reaching above the shoulders, and carrying or lifting 21–50 pounds; occasional crawling, climbing, keyboarding, grasping, handling, and repetitive wrist motion.

Nice To Haves

• At least 3 years of hospice experience.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with bathing, dressing, grooming, feeding, and other personal care tasks.
• Provide mobility assistance, including transfers, positioning, and mobility support.
• Monitor patients’ condition and report changes to the hospice nurse case manager and other care team members as appropriate.
• Provide companionship and emotional support to patients and their loved ones.
• Collaborate with nurses, physicians, and other caregivers to support comprehensive patient care.
• Perform homemaker duties, including light housekeeping, meal preparation, and other tasks that support patient comfort and safety.
• Assist with supply management, including ordering, inventory, stocking, and cleaning.
• Maintain effective communication with the nurse case manager and interdisciplinary team.
• Participate in team meetings and case conferences to discuss patient care and process improvements.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of communications and care in patients’ electronic health records.
• Protect patient dignity and confidentiality, maintain confidentiality of company and employee information, and comply with HIPAA privacy and security standards.
• Follow hospice policies, procedures, regulations, Medicare/Medicaid guidelines, and scope-of-practice requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage for 1.0 FTE; prorated for 0.75 FTE and above.
• 401(k) with up to 5% match for eligible employees at 1.0 FTE.
• Paid holidays: 6 days and 2 floating holidays at 1.0 FTE; prorated for 0.5 FTE and above.
• PTO at 1.0 FTE; prorated for 0.5 FTE and above.
• Paid sick leave per Washington and Oregon state requirements.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED