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About The Position

SouthernCare is seeking a dependable, empathetic, and attentive Hospice Aide or Certified Nursing Assistant to provide essential personal care and emotional support to terminally ill patients wherever they call home, including private residences, assisted living facilities, and inpatient units. The role supports patients and families through end-of-life journeys by promoting comfort, dignity, safety, and peace. The aide provides hands-on personal care, helps patients with daily activities and mobility, observes and reports changes in condition, and documents visits accurately and promptly. The role also involves emotional support for patients and families, participation in team meetings and Quality Improvement activities, and consistent use of infection-control practices and safety protocols.

Requirements

  • Active CNA license in the state of employment.
  • Current CPR certification.
  • Driver’s license and reliable vehicle with insurance.
  • Six months of direct patient care experience.
  • Comfort working in home settings, hospice facilities, or long-term care environments.
  • Demonstrated compassion, patience, and ability to handle emotional situations.
  • Willingness to work independently and adapt to changing patient needs.

Nice To Haves

  • Experience in home health, hospice, palliative care, or oncology.
  • Prior experience in hospital nursing, ICU, geriatrics, med-surg, ER, telemetry, or nursing homes.
  • Exposure to end-of-life care, wound care, or admissions support.

Responsibilities

  • Provide direct personal care to terminally ill patients.
  • Assist with personal hygiene, grooming, and toileting.
  • Support safe mobility, including use of walkers and wheelchairs.
  • Help with meal preparation, feeding, and light housekeeping.
  • Observe and report changes in patients’ physical or mental condition.
  • Offer emotional and psychological support to patients and families.
  • Maintain accurate and timely documentation of visits.
  • Attend team meetings and participate in Quality Improvement activities.
  • Practice infection control and follow safety protocols.

Benefits

  • Competitive pay.
  • 401(k) with company match.
  • Career advancement opportunities.
  • National and local recognition programs.
  • Teammate Assistance Fund.
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance for full-time associates.
  • Mileage reimbursement or fleet vehicle program for full-time associates.
  • Generous paid time off and seven paid holidays for full-time associates.
  • Wellness programs, including telemedicine, diabetes management, and joint and spine concierge care, for full-time associates.
  • Education support and tuition assistance for full-time associates.
  • Free continuing education units for full-time associates.
  • Company-paid life and long-term disability insurance for full-time associates.
  • Voluntary benefits, including pet, critical illness, accident, and long-term care coverage.

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Based on current job postings on Teal, the average Hospice Aide salary in the US is approximately $43,000 per year, with a typical range of $31,000 to $60,000.
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