Hospice Aide (CNA)
About The Position
Arc Hospice & Palliative Care is seeking a full-time Hospice Aide (CNA) to provide compassionate personal care and comfort support to hospice patients across Lake and Sumter counties. The role follows a Monday-to-Friday schedule, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, with weekday availability and flexibility to provide occasional weekend, evening, or after-hours support as needed. Care is delivered in patients’ homes and licensed care facilities within the assigned service area. The Hospice Aide provides personal care and support services under the supervision of a Registered Nurse Case Manager or the Manager/Director of Clinical Services. Assignments are based on each patient’s plan of care and the aide’s training and competency. The role supports patient comfort, dignity, and safety by assisting with daily activities, observing and reporting changes in condition, documenting care, and following agency procedures, infection-control practices, and HIPAA privacy guidelines.
Requirements
- Maintain active nursing assistant (CNA) certification in good standing.
- Complete a state-approved CNA training program that includes at least 75 hours and supervised clinical experience.
- Maintain current CPR certification.
- Be able to read and follow written care instructions and document care accurately.
- Understand and align with the hospice philosophy and the needs of terminally ill individuals.
- Be able to work in home and facility settings, with reliable transportation and a valid driver’s license.
- Demonstrate empathy, sensitivity, and the ability to support patients and families from diverse backgrounds.
- Demonstrate a strong commitment to Arc Hospice & Palliative Care’s mission and values.
Responsibilities
- Provide personal care as assigned, including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, oral hygiene, and skin care.
- Assist with ambulation, transferring, repositioning, and range-of-motion exercises as instructed.
- Observe and report changes in the patient’s physical or emotional condition to the supervising nurse.
- Assist with meals, feeding, and hydration support as appropriate to the care plan.
- Provide companionship, emotional support, and socialization, fostering comfort and dignity during care.
- Take and record vital signs when trained and assigned by the nurse.
- Maintain a respectful and compassionate presence in the care setting.
- Maintain a clean and safe patient environment, including light housekeeping related to direct care.
- Provide short-term respite to family caregivers during scheduled visits when appropriate.
- Document care provided in accordance with agency procedures and timelines.
- Follow standard precautions, infection-control practices, and HIPAA privacy guidelines.
- Participate in team meetings and in-service training sessions as required.
- Deliver care in the patient’s residence, including private homes and licensed care facilities.
- Provide weekend or after-hours support when directed by the supervising nurse or Manager/Director of Clinical Services.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
