Compassionate Hospice Home Health Aide - Full-Time Days

Holy Name Medical Center; Hackensack (NJ); On-site; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Low-cost medical coverage

Dental and vision plans

Discounted prescriptions

On-site child care

401(k) matching

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Flexible spending accounts

Life insurance

Free on-site parking

Job summary

Holy Name Medical Center in Hackensack, NJ is seeking a compassionate Home Health Aide to support hospice patients in their homes. The role is full-time during days, with an emphasis on personal care and daily living activities.

You will assist with transfers, bathing, feeding, mobility, and documentation under the supervision of a Registered Nurse or Therapist, while maintaining confidentiality and providing dignified, patient-centered care.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma Required or GED Required.
• Driver's license valid in NJ upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Assists patients with all aspects of personal care (bathing, hair, nails, skin, mouth) as assigned.
• Safely assists transfers to bed, chair, and commode and positions patients for comfort.
• Assists with rehabilitation exercises per nurse/therapist instructions.
• Provides incontinence care and supports toileting and catheter care.
• Changes beds and handles patient laundry and linens as needed.
• Assists with feeding according to dietary instructions.
• Assists patients with walking using canes, walkers or wheelchairs.
• Observes patient status and informs nurse/therapist of changes promptly.
• Records intake and output accurately and documents weekly.
• Uses Hoyer lift safely under supervision.
• Completes documentation accurately; participates in Performance Improvement.
• Maintains confidentiality and adheres to department policies.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Driver's license

Job description

Holy Name Medical Center in Hackensack, NJ is seeking a compassionate Home Health Aide to support hospice patients in their homes. The role is full-time during days, with an emphasis on personal care and daily living activities.

You will assist with transfers, bathing, feeding, mobility, and documentation under the supervision of a Registered Nurse or Therapist, while maintaining confidentiality and providing dignified, patient-centered care.