Hospice Aide (Communities Team)

Are you passionate about providing compassionate care to individuals in need? Do you have a special calling to support patients and families during their end-of-life journey? Hospice of the Piedmont is seeking a dedicated and skilled Hospice Aide to provide personal care services to patients. 

This role involves providing personal care and/or homemaker services to patients under the guidance of a Registered Nurse. The goal is to support both the patients and their caregivers in a way that aligns with the Hospice philosophy, ensuring care is meaningful and compassionate.

In this role you will provide a wide range of responsibilities to ensure the well-being and comfort of patients. Key duties include:

• Personal Care: Assisting with hygiene, toileting, mobility, medication, and meal preparation.
• Health Monitoring: Measuring and recording vital signs, fluid intake/output, and reporting changes to the nurse supervisor.
• Documentation: Maintaining electronic medical records (EMR) and documenting services provided.
• Housekeeping: Performing light housekeeping duties in the patient area.
• Patient Environment: Ensuring a clean, safe, and pleasant environment.
• Infection Control: Following infection control principles.
• Emergency Procedures: Recognizing and responding to emergencies.
• Professional Development: Maintaining competency and registration.

Qualifications: 

• Registered by the Virginia Department of Health Professions as a Certified Nurse’s Aide.
• One year relevant experience required.
• Hospice experience preferred.
• Must demonstrate basic computer skills. 
• Driver’s license, personal automobile and current automobile liability insurance.

Typical Physical Demands/Working Conditions: 

• Regular use of hands, reaching, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, talking, and hearing. Frequent standing, sitting, climbing, and balancing. Occasional walking, tasting, and smelling.
• Ability to lift/move up to 25 pounds and push up to 200 pounds in a wheelchair.
• Effective telephone communication, keyboarding, and regular use of a computer screen.
• Frequent travel

We offer competitive wages and a comprehensive benefits package.

Hospice of the Piedmont is a non-profit, equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and patients served.