Hospice Aide (CNA)

About the role

The Hospice Aide is a Certified Nursing Assistant and paraprofessional member of the interdisciplinary care team who works under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. The Hospice Aide provides direct support and personal care for hospice patients to assist in their day-to-day needs, provide comfort, and enhance their quality of life. The Hospice Aide follows patients’ individual Plan of Care, provides in-person care, maintains documentation, and coordinates with the patient’s RN Case Manager.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care, including bathing, dressing, oral hygiene, and bed linen changes.
• Assist patients with mobility, transfers, and exercises as instructed by nursing staff.
• Offer assistance with meals, feeding, and light household tasks as assigned.
• Monitor and report patient condition changes to the RN Case Manager.
• Administer routine skin care to prevent breakdown and ensure patient comfort.
• Support medication reminders per state regulations.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized patient environment.
• Provide emotional support and respite for family caregivers.
• Use equipment safely and appropriately for patient care needs.
• Adhere to all documentation and HIPAA compliance standards.
• Participate in quality assessment and performance improvement activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Must have an active Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) license in the state of practice.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Ability to pass background study, consumer report, and drug test.
• Valid State Driver’s License, access to an automobile in good working order, automobile insurance in accordance with state and organizational requirements, and an acceptable driving record.

Physical Requirements

The physical requirements described are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential responsibilities of this position. Reasonable accommodation may be made.

• Pushing/Pulling and Lifting/carrying up to 30 pounds. Occasionally up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to adapt to a variety of work conditions to ensure the highest quality of patient care in a home setting.