Hospice Aide (CNA)
About The Position
The Hospice Aide is a trained caregiver who provides personal care and support services to hospice patients under the supervision of a Registered Nurse Case Manager or the Manager/Director of Clinical Services. The role promotes patient comfort, dignity, and safety by assisting with daily activities and observing and reporting changes in patients’ conditions. Assignments are based on the plan of care and the aide’s training and competency. The position serves patients across Lake and Sumter counties in their homes and licensed care facilities. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, with flexibility to provide weekend or evening support as needed. The starting compensation is $22 per hour. Final pay is determined by factors including experience, qualifications, location, and business needs.
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.
- Hold 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 ability to support patients and families from diverse backgrounds.
- Demonstrate commitment to Arc Hospice & Palliative Care’s mission and values.
Responsibilities
- Provide assigned personal care, 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 patients’ physical or emotional conditions to the supervising nurse.
- Assist with meals, feeding, and hydration as appropriate to the care plan.
- Provide companionship, emotional support, and socialization, fostering patient comfort and dignity.
- 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 according to agency procedures and timelines.
- Follow standard precautions, infection-control practices, and HIPAA privacy guidelines.
- Participate in team meetings and required in-service training sessions.
- Deliver care wherever the patient resides, 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
