Hospice Aide IPC

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate, hands-on care to hospice patients, including assistance with personal hygiene, repositioning, and mobility support for individuals who may require lifting (up to 200 lbs with assistance).
• Observe and report changes in patient condition, collaborating closely with the RN and interdisciplinary team to ensure responsive, individualized care.
• Support patients in their homes or care facilities through frequent movement and physical activity, such as walking, standing, reaching, and occasional driving, ensuring timely and dignified end-of-life care.
• Document care accurately and timely to reflect the evolving plan of care, including interventions, goals, and patient needs.
• Work comfortably in home and facility environments, adapting to varying conditions such as temperature changes, moderate noise, and standard healthcare exposures, while upholding infection control and safety protocols.

Qualifications

• Certified by the state as a nurse’s aide, with completion of required training and a passing score of 85% or higher on the agency’s competency exam; additional requirements vary by state (e.g. CHHA in CA/NJ, CGNA in MD).
• CPR certification required for direct patient care in Georgia and Washington.
• Requires a reliable vehicle, valid driver’s license, and state-required auto insurance.

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 such as an employee assistance program, pet insurance, and access to Calm, a meditation, sleep, and relaxation app
• Programs to celebrate achievements, milestones, and fellow employees
• Company store credit for your first AccentCare-branded scrubs for patient-facing employees