Hospice Aide

AccentCare, Inc. • Washington, DC

13d • Onsite

About The Position

AccentCare is hiring a full-time Hospice Aide / CNA to provide compassionate, hands-on end-of-life care to patients in the Greater Washington, DC area. The role is based in Washington, DC and is not remote. The schedule is 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday. The stated pay range is $20.00–$25.00 per hour, based on experience.

The aide supports patients in homes and care facilities by assisting with personal hygiene, repositioning, mobility, and daily living activities. The role involves frequent movement and physical activity, occasional driving, and adapting to different home and facility conditions while maintaining patient safety, dignity, infection control, and other safety protocols.

Requirements

• Be state-certified as a nurse’s aide, complete required training, and score at least 85% on the agency competency exam; additional credentials vary by state.
• Hold CPR certification for direct patient care in Georgia and Washington.
• Be listed on the state aide registry with a clear record and eligibility to provide care in homes, nursing facilities, or hospitals.
• Have a reliable vehicle, a valid driver’s license, and state-required auto insurance.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate, hands-on hospice care, including assistance with personal hygiene, repositioning, and mobility.
• Support patients in their homes or care facilities through frequent walking, standing, reaching, and occasional driving to provide timely, dignified end-of-life care.
• Monitor patient comfort, respond to needs, and assist with activities of daily living while maintaining safety and dignity.
• Adapt to home and facility conditions, including temperature changes, moderate noise, and standard healthcare exposures, while following infection control and safety protocols.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Professional development opportunities
• Company-matching 401(k)
• Flexible spending and health savings accounts
• Wellness offerings, including an employee assistance program, pet insurance, and access to the Calm app
• Programs to celebrate employee achievements, milestones, and fellow employees
• Company store credit for first AccentCare-branded scrubs for patient-facing employees

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed