Hospice Aide

AccentCare, Inc. • Columbia, MD

6d • Onsite

About The Position

AccentCare is hiring a full-time Hospice Aide / CNA for daytime work in the Columbia/Ellicott City coverage area. The role provides compassionate, hands-on hospice care to patients in their homes or care facilities, supporting comfort, daily living, mobility, and dignified end-of-life care. The schedule is 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, and the position is not remote. The listed hourly salary is $18.00–$22.00, based on experience.

The aide works in home and facility environments and follows infection-control and safety protocols. The role involves frequent movement and physical activity, including walking, standing, reaching, repositioning, mobility assistance, and occasional driving. AccentCare describes its workplace as purpose-driven and collaborative, with a focus on compassionate, exceptional patient care and support for employee well-being.

Requirements

• State certification as a nurse’s aide, completion of required training, and a passing score of 85% or higher on the agency’s competency exam; additional state-specific requirements may apply, such as CGNA in Maryland.
• Must be listed on the state aide registry with a clear record and be eligible to provide care in homes, nursing facilities, or hospitals.
• Reliable vehicle, valid driver’s license, and state-required auto insurance.
• Ability to assist patients who may require lifting, up to 200 pounds with assistance.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate hands-on hospice care, including assistance with personal hygiene, repositioning, and mobility.
• Support patients in homes or care facilities through frequent movement and physical activity, including walking, standing, reaching, and occasional driving.
• Monitor patient comfort, respond to needs, and assist with daily living activities while maintaining safety and dignity.
• Adapt to varying home and facility conditions and follow 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 and milestones
• Company store credit for the first set of AccentCare-branded scrubs for patient-facing employees

What This Job Offers

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