Hospice Aide I - Field Team

TriHealth; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 29,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift differentials

Professional growth

Benefits package

Job summary

TriHealth's Hospice of Cincinnati is seeking a Hospice Aide to support patients and families with compassionate bedside care in long-term care facilities and home settings.

The role requires a High School Diploma or GED, BLS certification within 30 days, and reliable transportation. This position involves a daytime schedule, with travel in the northern Cincinnati area and mileage reimbursement.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Age 17 with work permit.
• Reading with Math Ability appropriate to the position.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days required.

Responsibilities

• Performs and documents basic patient care tasks under the direct supervision of a nurse, including bathing, feeding, assistance with ambulation, providing companionship and emotional support.
• Communicates effectively with the patient’s interdisciplinary team, including patient and patient family members.
• Performs equipment and supply related quality checks and reports problems/malfunctions appropriately.
• Monitors supply rooms, reports missing supplies, restocks supplies as needed.
• Complies with regulatory and organizational documentation requirements to ensure accurate reporting of clinical interactions and patient status; basic understanding of technology for documentation.

Skills

Compassionate care

Communication

Dependable

Reliable transportation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Description

Step into a meaningful role within our Hospice Care Team as a Hospice Aide dedicated to supporting patients and families during some of life’s most vulnerable moments. You’ll serve as a trusted resource for nurses, physicians, caregivers, and loved ones, helping maintain comfort, dignity, and continuity of care.

Location

Hospice of Cincinnati – This position requires travel in the northern region of the greater Cincinnati area. Mileage reimbursement (.72 cents)

Work Schedule

• Full Time (40 hours weekly)
• Day Shift (No weekends or holidays)

Incentives & Benefits

We offer competitive shift differentials, opportunities for professional growth, and a comprehensive benefits package that may include medical, dental, vision, paid time off, retirement savings plans, and tuition reimbursement. Please use the link to view TriHealth’s benefits: https://careers.trihealth.com/what-we-offer/benefits

To explore more about Hospice and the care we provide click the link below
https://hospiceofcincinnati.org/

Job Overview

This position is scheduled Monday through Friday during daytime hours, with start and end times varying based on patient needs. No weekend or holiday shifts are required. Candidates must have reliable transportation.

The Hospice Aide will provide direct bedside care to patients of Hospice of Cincinnati in both long-term care facilities and home settings. The ideal candidate will be self-motivated, dependable, and committed to delivering high-quality, compassionate care.

The Hospice Aide Resident position provides direct patient care to Hospice of Cincinnati patients under the direction of a nurse. Hospice Aides in this position have less than 6 months clinical experience and no clinical certificate or training. They are enrolled in the Hospice Aide training at Hospice of Cincinnati. Upon completion of the Hospice of Cincinnati training, the team member will remain in the Hospice Aide-Resident role for 6 months. At the 6-month timeframe, there will be an evaluation. If they demonstrate independence in all competencies for the Hospice Aide at the 6-month evaluation, they are moved to the Hospice Aide I or Hospice Aide II position.

Job Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED 2 years high school education in general studies (Required)
• Age 17 with work permit
• Reading with Math Ability appropriate to the position
• Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 Days Required

Job Responsibilities

• Performs and documents basic patient care tasks under the direct supervision of a nurse, including bathing, feeding, assistance with ambulation, providing companionship and emotional support, even during times of crisis; follows regulatory and organizational processes and practices to promote a safe clinical environment.
• Communicates effectively with the patient’s interdisciplinary team, including patient and patient family members.
• Performs equipment and supply related quality checks and reports problems/malfunctions appropriately.
• Monitors supply rooms, reports missing supplies, restocks supplies as needed.
• Complies with regulatory and organizational documentation requirements to ensure accurate reporting of clinical interactions and patient status; ability to demonstrate a basic understanding of technology for documentation purposes.

Working Conditions

• Bending - Frequently
• Climbing - Occasionally
• Concentrating - Consistently
• Continuous Learning - Consistently
• Hearing: Conversation - Consistently
• Hearing: Other Sounds - Frequently
• Interpersonal Communication - Consistently
• Kneeling - Frequently
• Lifting <10 Lbs. - Consistently
• Lifting 50+ Lbs. - Consistently
• Lifting <50 Lbs. - Consistently
• Pulling - Consistently
• Pushing - Consistently
• Reaching - Consistently
• Reading - Consistently
• Sitting - Occasionally
• Standing - Frequently
• Stooping - Consistently
• Talking - Consistently
• Thinking/Reasoning - Consistently
• Use of Hands - Consistently
• Color Vision - Occasionally
• Visual Acuity: Far - Consistently
• Visual Acuity: Near - Consistently
• Walking - Consistently

TriHealth SERVE Standards and ALWAYS Behaviors

At TriHealth, We Believe There Is No Responsibility More Important Than To SERVE Our Patients, Our Communities, And Our Fellow Team Members. To Achieve Our Vision And Mission, ALL TriHealth Team Members Are Expected To Demonstrate And Live The Following

Serve: ALWAYS...

• Welcome everyone by making eye contact, greeting with a smile, and saying "hello"
• Acknowledge when patients/guests are lost and escort them to their destination or find someone who can assist
• Refrain from using cell phones for personal reasons in public spaces or patient care areas

Excel: ALWAYS...

• Recognize and take personal responsibility to address and recover from service breakdowns when a customer's expectations have not been met
• Offer patients and guests priority when waiting (lines, elevators)
• Work on improving quality, safety, and service

Respect: ALWAYS...

• Respect cultural and spiritual differences and honor individual preferences.
• Respect everyone's opinion and contribution, regardless of title/role.
• Speak positively about my team members and other departments in front of patients and guests.

Value: ALWAYS...

• Value the time of others by striving to be on time, prepared and actively participating.
• Pick up trash, ensuring the physical environment is clean and safe.
• Be a good steward of our resources, using supplies and equipment efficiently and effectively, and will look for ways to avoid waste.

Engage: ALWAYS...

• Acknowledge wins and frequently thank team members and others for contributions.
• Show courtesy and compassion with customers, team members and the community