Hospice Aide (Passaic and Essex County- weekends only)

Compassus; Paramus (NJ); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Comprehensive onboarding

Health benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Wellness reimbursements

Pre-tax FSA and HSA

Paid Time Off

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Life insurance

Parental leave

Disability insurance

Employee assistance program

Award programs

Mileage reimbursement

Corporate discount program

Assistance program

Job summary

Compassus in Paramus, NJ is seeking a Hospice Aide to join our weekend team. The role provides compassionate in-home care to patients, supporting comfort, dignity, and quality of life for individuals living with advanced illness.

The position emphasizes teamwork with the hospice team, adherence to care plans, and goal-oriented support for patients and families. Certification as a Nursing Assistant is preferred; CPR is required, with state-specific variations noted in the job requirements.

Qualifications

• Certified Nursing Assistant certification is highly preferred.
• Current CPR certification is required.
• State-specific CNA/Home Health Aide licensure requirements vary by state.
• New Jersey requires Homemaker–Home Health Aide certification or CNA for hospice work.

Responsibilities

• Provide comfort care to patients at home, enabling them to remain with loved ones.
• Work as part of the hospice team to meet physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
• Help patients approach their final days with joy, peace, and dignity.

Skills

Compassionate caregiver

Interpersonal skills

Education

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification preferred

Job description

Company: Compassus * Schedule is every Saturday & Sunday * 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. Removingbarriers. 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.

Pay Range:

$20.28 - $28.39 / hour

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 their 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.

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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