Hospice Certified Nursing Assistant

Dunes Hospice • Plymouth, IN

4h

About The Position

The Certified Hospice Aide is a paraprofessional member of the interdisciplinary team who works under the supervision of a Registered Nurse/Case Manager. The aide provides personal care services to hospice patients to meet their daily needs, promote comfort, and support quality of life. Responsibilities include observing and reporting patient conditions, documenting care provided, and supporting patients and families with compassionate, ethical care.

Requirements

• Minimum 75 hours of classroom and supervised practical training (per state requirements); must be at least 18 years old
• Current CPR certification
• Valid driver’s license, reliable insured vehicle, and willingness to travel
• Ability to read, write, and document care accurately
• Strong observation, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of an interdisciplinary team
• Commitment to hospice philosophy of care
• Compassion
• Emotional stability
• Flexibility
• Respect for diverse lifestyles, cultures, and beliefs

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care including bathing, oral hygiene, grooming, dressing, toileting, and linen changes
• Assist with ambulation, transfers, positioning, and range-of-motion exercises
• Prepare and assist with meals and feeding as assigned
• Take and record vital signs (temperature, pulse, respiration, blood pressure) as directed
• Monitor skin integrity and report changes in patient condition to the Case Manager
• Assist with self-administered medication reminders (per state regulations)
• Maintain a clean, safe patient environment and use equipment properly
• Provide respite support to family/caregivers when appropriate
• Document care accurately and adhere to organizational policies and professional standards
• Participate in quality improvement activities

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed