Night Shift Hospice Aide - Inpatient
About The Position
Under general supervision, the Hospice Aide delivers specific aspects of patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. This certified nonprofessional worker is specifically trained to provide personal care to patients. The role is part of Gilchrist’s overnight hospice teams at Gilchrist Center Towson, Gilchrist Center Baltimore, or Gilchrist Center Howard, providing inpatient end-of-life care. The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent and one year of previous experience; current enrollment in an accredited nursing program may be accepted in lieu of experience. Hospice experience is preferred, as is previous experience with dying patients. Candidates must have current registration with the Maryland State Board of Examiners of Nurses as a Certified Nursing Assistant. The role involves providing personal care, assisting with routine patient needs and mobility, observing and reporting changes in patient condition, and supporting patients’ families or caregivers. Work takes place in an inpatient facility, with frequent exposure to varying temperatures, dust, noise, and similar conditions. The role requires the ability to walk and stand for up to 90% of work time and to lift and position patients. Compensation is listed as $17.24–$23.91. Final salary depends on the candidate’s qualifications, education, experience, and alignment with organizational needs. Gilchrist lists competitive pay, a night-shift differential, free on-site parking, a supportive mission-driven team, and the opportunity to provide exceptional end-of-life care.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- One year of previous experience; current enrollment in an accredited nursing program is accepted in lieu of experience.
- Current registration with the Maryland State Board of Examiners of Nurses as a Certified Nursing Assistant.
- Knowledge and understanding of hospice philosophy.
- Oral and written communication skills.
- Skill in managing issues related to death and dying.
- Ability to work independently.
- Skill with personal computers and electronic documentation.
- Ability to demonstrate empathy for the needs of ill, injured, frail, and impaired people.
- Competence in safely handling medications.
- Good physical stamina and mental health.
- Ability to concentrate and pay attention to detail when performing basic patient-care tasks.
- Ability to walk and stand for up to 90% of work time and to lift and position patients.
Nice To Haves
- Hospice experience.
- Previous experience with dying patients.
Responsibilities
- Attend promptly to patient and family personal-care requests.
- Offer and assist with bedpans and urinals.
- Provide personal care, including baths, back rubs, oral hygiene, shampoos, and changing bed linen.
- Assist patients with dressing and undressing as assigned.
- Assist with feeding patients.
- Meet patients’ safety needs and use equipment safely and properly, including foot stools, side rails, and oxygen equipment.
- Plan and prepare nutritious meals as assigned.
- Take and record oral, rectal, and auxiliary temperatures, pulse, respiration, and blood pressure when ordered and within the aide’s training limitations.
- Provide appropriate skin care and observe patients’ skin to help prevent tissue breakdown over bony prominences.
- Report patient condition and significant changes to the assigned supervisory nurse; remain aware of caregivers and other individuals associated with the patient and of interpersonal issues.
- Assist with ambulation and exercise as instructed by the Hospice Nurse, Clinical Partner, or therapist.
- Assist with light laundry needs as assigned and keep the patient’s room orderly as assigned.
- Perform range-of-motion exercises and other simple procedures as an extension of therapy services when ordered and within the aide’s training limitations.
- Provide respite for the patient’s family or caregiver when on-site, as appropriate.
- Demonstrate GBMC Values, including respect, excellence, accountability, teamwork, ethical behavior, and results-oriented conduct.
Benefits
- Competitive pay.
- Night-shift differential.
- Free on-site parking.
- Supportive, mission-driven team.
- Opportunity to provide exceptional end-of-life care.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
