Hospice Aide (CNA)

Job Description

Job Description

At Arc Hospice & Palliative Care, we are united by a mission to bring comfort, dignity, and compassionate support to every patient and family we serve. Join a team where your work has purpose and your growth is supported.

We're seeking a dependable, compassionate Hospice Aide to join our team supporting Marion and surrounding counties. In this role, you'll support patients and families with personal care needs, working under the direction of a registered nurse. This is a flexible, as-needed position with weekday availability required and occasional participation in weekend or after-hours care as needed. If you're committed to helping patients live with dignity and comfort at the end of life, we'd love to connect.

Overview

The Hospice Aide is a trained caregiver who provides personal care and support services to hospice patients under the supervision of a Registered Nurse Case Manager or the Manager / Director of Clinical Services. This role promotes patient comfort, dignity, and safety by assisting with daily activities and observing and reporting changes in the patient's condition. Assignments are made based on the plan of care and the aide's training and competency.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide personal care as assigned, including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, oral hygiene, and skin care.
• Assist with ambulation, transferring, repositioning, and range-of-motion exercises as instructed.
• Observe and report changes in the patient's physical or emotional condition to the supervising nurse.
• Assist with meals, feeding, and hydration support, as appropriate to the care plan.
• Provide companionship, emotional support, and socialization to patients, fostering comfort and dignity during care.
• Take and record vital signs (e.g., temperature, pulse, respiration, blood pressure) if trained and assigned by the nurse.
• Offer emotional support and maintain a respectful and compassionate presence in the care setting.
• Maintain a clean and safe patient environment, including light housekeeping related to direct care.
• Provide short-term respite to family caregivers during scheduled visits, when appropriate.
• Document care provided in accordance with agency procedures and timelines.
• Follow standard precautions, infection control practices, and HIPAA privacy guidelines.
• Participate in team meetings and in-service training sessions, as required.
• Deliver care in any setting where the patient resides, including private homes and licensed care facilities.
• Provide weekend or after-hours support when directed by the supervising nurse or Manager / Director of Clinical Services.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Compensation for this position is shown below and reflects the expected pay range for the role. Final compensation may vary based on experience, licensure, and location. Arc Hospice is committed to transparency and equity in all compensation practices.

Compensation

$19—$23 USD

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcome applicants from all backgrounds to join us in delivering compassionate, inclusive care. Explore the impact you can make with Arc Hospice today.