Compassionate Hospice Aide for In-Home Care

300 Gilchrist Hospice Care, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 24,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary & PTO

Free parking

MTA bus pass subsidy

Onsite fitness & wellness center

Tuition assistance for development

Health, dental, vision coverage

Retirement savings plan

Job summary

Gilchrist Hospice Care, Inc. is seeking a Hospice Aide who will assist with patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. Role requires a High School diploma or GED and MD CNA licensure, plus a valid driver's license and prior acute or home care experience.

The aide will provide personal care, monitor safety, assist with meals, record vital signs, and support mobility while communicating with nursing staff and family as needed.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Current registration with Maryland Board as Certified Nursing Assistant.
• Licensed driver with insured vehicle per organization requirements.
• Experience in an acute care or home care setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care: baths, grooming, feeding, and assistance with daily activities.
• Ensure safety and proper use of equipment; monitor patient conditions.
• Plan and prepare nutritious meals within training limits.
• Record vitals and assist with measurements as ordered.
• Maintain clean, orderly living area and assist with laundry.
• Support in ambulation and exercises as directed by nurse/therapist.
• Provide respite care for patient/family when on-site.

Skills

Hospice philosophy

Oral and written communication

Death/dying care

Independent work

Facility-based communication

Hand-held devices & EMR

Empathy

Education

High School/GED

CNA licensure (MD)

Licensed driver

Acute/home care experience

Job description

Gilchrist Hospice Care, Inc. is seeking a Hospice Aide who will assist with patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. Role requires a High School diploma or GED and MD CNA licensure, plus a valid driver's license and prior acute or home care experience.

The aide will provide personal care, monitor safety, assist with meals, record vital signs, and support mobility while communicating with nursing staff and family as needed.