Hospice Caregiver

Full-Time & Per Diem Hours: Monday-Friday 8AM to 5PM (Alternating Weekends)

The Hospice Aide plays a crucial role in delivering a range of services to hospice patients and their families, primarily under the guidance of a Registered Nurse or Physician.

• Perform personal care and home maintenance tasks as outlined in a care plan developed by a healthcare professional.
• Conduct visits based on assessed patient needs, adhering to established schedules.
• Facilitate effective communication with Interdisciplinary Teams.
• Notify patients of visit times and document attendance in the patient’s home.
• Inform the Clinical Care Manager if a patient declines services or if there are access issues.
• Embrace feedback from quality assurance initiatives and implement necessary improvements to ensure high standards of care and customer service.
• Assist patients with mobility, adhering to accepted nursing practices.
• Report any changes in patient conditions to the Registered Nurse.
• Maintain adaptability to schedule modifications as patient needs evolve.
• Accurately document services rendered.
• Engage in Interdisciplinary Team meetings.
• Support the orientation of new Hospice Aides under the supervision of the Clinical Care Manager.
• Provide precise documentation as required, utilizing both written and technological methods.

Exhibit hospitality and patience while assisting patients, families, healthcare providers, and colleagues in challenging situations.

Demonstrate basic skills to promote patient independence while providing verbal instructions to patients and caregivers.

Maintain composure and effectiveness in high-stress environments.

Ensure compliance with all necessary licenses, certifications, and skill updates.

Adhere to all organizational policies and relevant local, state, and federal regulations.

Fulfill additional duties as a member of the healthcare team as assigned.

May assume interim leadership responsibilities as needed.

Must be capable of lifting and/or moving up to 50 pounds and pushing/pulling over 250 pounds, walking, climbing stairs or ladders, and standing for extended periods.

This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the position and is not exhaustive of all tasks and responsibilities that may be assigned.

Catholic Health Service is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants, prohibiting discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by law.

This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.