Hospice Vigil Aide — Compassionate Bedside Support

Ascend Health; Overland Park (KS); On-site; USD 20,664,000 - 30,307,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Healthcare benefits

401k

PTO

Mileage reimbursement

Career growth

Job summary

Ascend Hospice is hiring a Vigil Aide/CHHA/CNA in Overland Park, KS to provide compassionate end-of-life vigil presence at bedside in homes or facilities. The role supports patients and families, performs basic care, and collaborates with nursing staff to ensure comfort and dignity.

A valid CHHA/CNA license and willingness to travel are required or preferred. Experience in hospice or home health is a plus, with opportunities to advance within the Ascend family.

Qualifications

• State Certified CHHA/CNA license required.
• Hospice or home health experience preferred, not required but beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Provide end-of-life vigil bedside presence in home or nursing home settings.
• Support patients and families with compassionate presence, education, and comfort.
• Assist with ADLs including personal hygiene, grooming, and repositioning.
• Assist with medication reminders and vital signs as directed by Hospice Nurse.

Skills

CHHA/CNA license

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Ascend Hospice is hiring a Vigil Aide/CHHA/CNA in Overland Park, KS to provide compassionate end-of-life vigil presence at bedside in homes or facilities. The role supports patients and families, performs basic care, and collaborates with nursing staff to ensure comfort and dignity.

A valid CHHA/CNA license and willingness to travel are required or preferred. Experience in hospice or home health is a plus, with opportunities to advance within the Ascend family.