Hospice Aide (Float)

Community Hospice & Palliative Care•Jacksonville, FL

About The Position

The Hospice Aide (Float) provides compassionate, hands-on personal care to terminally ill patients in various settings. The aide supports patient comfort, dignity, and safety while adhering to the established plan of care. The role involves direct care tasks, assisting with mobility, and supporting family caregivers, with flexibility to work weekends, holidays, and across different care sites as needed.

Requirements

Understanding of personal care principles and hospice care standards.
Ability to communicate effectively with patients, families, and team members.
Demonstrated ability to work as part of an interdisciplinary team.
Strong organizational and documentation skills
Minimum of six months of relevant experience preferred.
Current Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) license in the state of Florida.
Current CPR/BLS certification.
Valid Florida driver’s license with acceptable driving record.
High school diploma or GED equivalent preferred.
Required immunizations and screenings (e.g., TB, Hepatitis, Flu).
Clearance for communicable diseases prior to patient contact.
Reliable transportation and ability to shift work locations.
Accessible contact phone number for scheduling flexibility.
Compliance with continuing education and professional development policies.
Verbal Communication (English)
Written Communication (English)
Reading Comprehension
Active Listening
Typing | Keyboarding
Data Entry and Retrieval
Office Software (MS Windows, Word, Excel, Outlook)
Organizational & Time Management
Attention to Detail
Basic Mathematical Skills (e.g., addition, subtraction, multiplication, division)
Collaboration | Teamwork
Confidentiality | Professional Discretion
Adaptability | Flexibility
Operating Office Devices (e.g., Tablet, Mobile Phone, Laptop Computer)
Sitting for Extended Periods
Standing for Extended Periods
Walking
Balancing
Bending
Stooping
Crouching
Kneeling
Reaching Above Shoulder Height
Reaching at or Below Waist Level
Lifting or Carrying Up to 10 Pounds
Listing or Carrying Up to 35 Pounds
Lifting or Carrying Greater than 35 Pounds with Assistance
Repetitive Motions (e.g., typing, assembly)
Firm Grasping (both hands)
Vision (close, distance, color, peripheral, depth perception)
Hearing (normal or corrected)
Hand-Eye Coordination
Driving a Motor Vehicle
Adaptability | Flexibility
Operating Office Devices (e.g., Tablet, Mobile Phone, Laptop Computer)
Normal Office Environment
Patient Homes | Private Residences
Healthcare | Clinical Environments
Exposure to Cleaning Agents or Chemicals
Exposure to Bio-Hazards or Bodily Fluids
Driving as Part of Regular Job Duties
Confined or Enclosed Spaces
Use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Shift Work (Day, Evening, Night)
Extended Hours or Overtime

Nice To Haves

Experience in hospice or terminal care strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide personal care services in accordance with the plan of care and hospice regulations.
Assist with patient ambulation and exercise routines.
Perform basic procedures as directed by licensed clinicians.
Observe and report changes in the patient’s condition to a licensed nurse.
Complete timely and accurate documentation per policy.
Educate family or caregiver on proper patient care techniques.
Maintain confidentiality of all patient information.
Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings and other required sessions.
Complete a minimum of 12 hours of job-specific training annually.
Perform other duties as assigned.