Hospice Aide

Compassus; Lawrenceburg (TN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Comprehensive onboarding

Health, dental, vision for part & full

Wellness reimbursements

Pre-tax FSA and HSA plans

Paid Time Off

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Life and long-term disability

Parental leave with tenure

Long-term care, critical illness, and-

Employee Assistance program

Referral bonus program

Mileage reimbursement

Discount program

Company assistance program

Job summary

Compassus is seeking a Hospice Aide to provide compassionate care to patients in their homes. You will work as part of a hospice team to meet each patient’s physical, emotional, and spiritual needs, helping them approach final days with dignity and peace.

The role emphasizes comfort, empathy, and support for families, with onboarding and benefits designed to reward dedication and reliability.

Qualifications

• Certified Nursing Assistant preferred; CPR certification required.
• State-specific Nurse Aide requirements may apply.
• Ability to provide compassionate, patient-centered home care.

Responsibilities

• Provide comfort care to patients in their homes as part of the hospice team.
• Support physical, emotional, and spiritual needs with dignity and empathy.
• Assist patients to maintain comfort and quality of life in late-stage illness.

Skills

Certified Nursing Assistant

Education

Nursing Assistant Certification

CPR Certification

Job description

Company: Compassus

At Compassus, we know that caring for our teammates is the first step in caring for our patients. We are committed to providing Care for Who You Are and What You Need to balance work and life including flexible scheduling, a supportive family-focused culture and first-class compensation and benefits.

Your position perks as a Hospice Aide

• Competitive pay
• Comprehensive onboarding
• Health, dental, vision for part & full-time positions
• Wellness reimbursements for physicals and gym memberships
• Pre-tax FSA and HSA plans (HSA w/company contributions)
• Generous Paid Time Off plan that increases with tenure
• 401(k) with company matching contributions
• Tuition reimbursement
• Company paid life and long-term disability insurance
• Company paid parental leave with tenure for birth, adoption, and foster parents
• Voluntary long-term care, critical illness, and accident insurance
• Employee Assistance program
• Local and national award programs
• Referral bonus program
• Mileage reimbursement
• Corporate discount program w/access to >300,000 businesses
• Company assistance program supporting teammates in times of need

How you will make an impact as a Hospice Aide

Provide comfort care to patients enabling them to remain at home with their loved ones. Work as a member of the hospice team to meet each patient's unique physical, emotional, and spiritual needs. Help patients approach their final days with joy, peace, and dignity. Enhance the quality of someone's life every day.

Hospice Aide Requirements

Certified Nursing Assistant highly preferred. In states where licensure is not required (AL, CT, GA, IA, IL, KS, LA, MA, ME, MI, MS, MT, NM, OH, OK, PA, SC, TN, TX, WV), applicants must meet one of the following: They are already a licensed/certified aide; or They have completed a state-approved nurse aide training program AND have been continuously employed in that capacity for the previous 24 months Current CPR certification required.

State Specific Requirements

• Arizona: Must be Licensed/certified as a Nurses' Aide
• California: State certification as a home health aide.
• Colorado: Completed state training program AND certified via DORA.
• Indiana: Aides required to be registered on the Indiana Nurse Aide Registry, licensure is not required.
• Missouri: Licensed/certified as a Nurses' Aide; or Have completed a nurses' aide training program AND employed as a nurses' aide for the past 24 months if not licensed/certified; or Enrolled in a professional or practical nursing program for at least four (4) months, that included a clinical rotation within the past five (5) years and has successfully passed a Fundamentals of Nursing course (must provide transcript and letter from the program director on school letterhead verifying BOTH clinical rotation and successfully completion of Fundamentals of Nursing course).
• New Hampshire: Licensed Nursing Assistant (LNA) required for hospice employment.
• New Jersey: Certification as a Homemaker - Home Health Aide; or is a long-term care CNA.
• Virginia: Aide certified required to practice in the state.
• Wisconsin: Aides required to be certified and listed on the Wisconsin Nurse Aide Registry.

Care for Who I Am is Caring for Who We Are

Together We Are: Welcoming everyone. Empowering belonging. Allying for inclusivity. Removing barriers. Engaging community. WE ARE fostering an inclusive environment where every teammate matters and can be their best selves. WE ARE becoming a reflection of our patients, families, and partners. WE ARE transforming care at home for every community serve.

Build a Rewarding Career with Compassus

At Compassus, we care for our team members as much as we care for our patients and their families. Through our Care for Who I Am culture, we show compassion, respect, and appreciation for every individual. Embark on a career that cares for you while you care for others. Your Career Journey Matters We’re dedicated to helping you grow and succeed. Whether you’re pursuing leadership roles, specialized training, or exploring new career paths, we provide the tools and support you need to thrive.

The Compassus Advantage

• Meaningful Work: Make an impact every day by honoring the quality of life of our patients, supporting them and families with compassion, and creating moments that truly matter.
• Career Development: Access leadership pathways, mentorship, and personalized professional development.
• Innovation Meets Compassion: Collaborate with a supportive team using the latest tools and technologies to deliver exceptional care.
• Enhanced Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay, flexible time off, tuition reimbursement, and wellness programs designed for your well-being.
• Recognition and Support: Be celebrated for your contributions through recognition programs that honor your dedication.
• A Culture of Belonging: Thrive in a culture where you can be your authentic self, valued for your unique contributions and supported in a community that embraces diversity and inclusion.

Ready to Join?

At Compassus, your career is more than a job- it's an opportunity to make a lasting impact. Take the next step and join a team that empowers you to grow, innovate, and thrive.

Compassus provides a continuum of integrated home-based services including home health, home infusion, palliative and hospice care. Thousands of teammates and hundreds of access points nationwide provide high-quality care and manage patients’ advanced illnesses in partnership with health systems and long-term care partners. The Compassus Care for who I am culture reflects its unique care delivery model, which focuses on each person as an individual as well as a patient, to improve their quality of life in a meaningful way.

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