Compassionate Hospice HHA – Full-Time, $23.50-$26/hr

Harmony Hospice; Warwick (RI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Harmony Hospice in Rhode Island is seeking a compassionate Home Health Aide to join our hospice team and deliver high-quality personal care to patients.

This full-time position supports daily living activities and comfort under RN supervision, requiring RI HHA licensure, 75 hours of training, and current BLS/CPR certification. A valid driver’s license and reliable transportation are expected.

Qualifications

• Must hold a current Home Health Aide license in Rhode Island.
• Must meet all state Home Health Aide training requirements, including completion of at least 75 hours of classroom and supervised practical training.
• Current BLS/CPR certification required.
• Previous hospice, home health, or patient care experience preferred.
• Understanding of the hospice philosophy and ability to provide compassionate end-of-life care.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Compassionate, dependable, and emotionally mature with empathy for individuals who are ill, frail, or terminally ill.
• Valid driver's license with reliable, insured transportation required.
• Excellent communication, observation, and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and activities of daily living, including bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting, oral hygiene, and mobility assistance.
• Assist patients with positioning, transfers, ambulation, and other comfort measures as directed by the Registered Nurse.
• Observe and report changes in the patient's physical, emotional, or environmental condition to the supervising nurse.
• Accurately document care provided and patient observations in accordance with hospice policies and regulatory requirements.
• Promote patient comfort, safety, dignity, and independence while following the individualized plan of care.
• Provide compassionate emotional support to patients and their families throughout the hospice journey.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized patient environment.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary hospice team to ensure continuity of care and exceptional patient outcomes.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Licensed Home Health Aide

BLS/CPR certification

Independent worker

Empathy

Excellent communication

Job description

Harmony Hospice in Rhode Island is seeking a compassionate Home Health Aide to join our hospice team and deliver high-quality personal care to patients.

This full-time position supports daily living activities and comfort under RN supervision, requiring RI HHA licensure, 75 hours of training, and current BLS/CPR certification. A valid driver’s license and reliable transportation are expected.