Compassionate Hospice Aide — In-Home Care

Longleaf Hospice LLC; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Longleaf Hospice and Palliative Care seeks a Hospice Aide to provide compassionate personal care and comfort to patients in their homes and communities. You will assist with daily living activities, monitor safety, and coordinate with nursing staff to ensure high-quality end-of-life care.

Requirements include state-accepted training or licensure, strong communication skills, a valid driver’s license, and CPR certification.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of a state-established training program or licensure meeting federal requirements.
• Good verbal and written communication and problem solving skills.
• Valid driver’s license with reliable, insured automobile for home visits.

Responsibilities

• Perform personal care needs and attend to patient requests promptly.
• Meet safety needs of patient and use equipment safely and properly.
• Provide baths, grooming, oral care, hair, and changing bed linens as assigned.
• Assist with dressing and undressing.
• Assist with meals.
• Monitor skin condition and report changes to supervisor.

Skills

Verbal and written communication

Problem solving skills

Education

State training/compliance with S 484.36

Job description

Longleaf Hospice and Palliative Care seeks a Hospice Aide to provide compassionate personal care and comfort to patients in their homes and communities. You will assist with daily living activities, monitor safety, and coordinate with nursing staff to ensure high-quality end-of-life care.

Requirements include state-accepted training or licensure, strong communication skills, a valid driver’s license, and CPR certification.