Compassionate Hospice Aide — In-Home Care with Impact

Svdpnky; Brownfield (TX); On-site; USD 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

ExcelaCare is seeking a compassionate Hospice Aide to join our team providing direct patient care in the patient's home under the direction of a registered nurse. You will assist with transfers, mobility, nutrition, and daily living activities while maintaining a safe, clean, and respectful environment.

The role requires completion of a Nurse Aide program or state-approved competency evaluation, a valid driver’s license, and the ability to travel to patient homes.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma preferred.
• Experience: At least one year preferred as a hospice aide or nursing assistant.
• License / Certification: Current driver’s license and proof of auto liability
• Credentialing: Nurse Aide training/competency eval program approved by state

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care under the direction of the RN and according to the Aide Plan of Care.
• Assist in transfers and ambulation per agency policy.
• Report changes and document care rendered to patient to ensure continuity of care.
• Maintain infection control and provide a clean, safe environment.
• Communicate respectfully with patient/family and other staff.
• Support privacy and safe handling of patient information.
• Assist with nutrition and fluid intake as needed.
• Support agency operations and time management.
• Assist with treatments per agency policy.
• Uphold agency philosophy and policies to ensure quality care.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Basic math skills

Communication

Education

High School Diploma

Nurse Aide training

State licensure program

Job description

ExcelaCare is seeking a compassionate Hospice Aide to join our team providing direct patient care in the patient's home under the direction of a registered nurse. You will assist with transfers, mobility, nutrition, and daily living activities while maintaining a safe, clean, and respectful environment.

The role requires completion of a Nurse Aide program or state-approved competency evaluation, a valid driver’s license, and the ability to travel to patient homes.