Hospice Aide- (CNA)

Community Hospice & Palliative Care St. Augustine, FL, US

Position Summary

The Hospice Aide provides compassionate, hands-on personal care to terminally ill patients in various settings. The aide supports patient comfort, dignity, and safety while adhering to the established plan of care. The role involves direct care tasks, assisting with mobility, and supporting family caregivers, with flexibility to work weekends, holidays, and across different care sites as needed.

Primary Location: Community Hospice Bailey Center for Family Caring located at UF Health in St. Augustine, FL

Shift: 7 p.m. - 7 a.m. - 36 hour work week

$1000 Sign on Bonus Available

Essential Functions

Provide personal care services in accordance with the plan of care and hospice regulations.
Assist with patient ambulation and exercise routines.
Perform basic procedures as directed by licensed clinicians.
Observe and report changes in the patient’s condition to a licensed nurse.
Complete timely and accurate documentation per policy.
Educate family or caregiver on proper patient care techniques.
Maintain confidentiality of all patient information.
Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings and other required sessions.
Complete a minimum of 12 hours of job-specific training annually.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications Knowledge and Critical Skills

Understanding of personal care principles and hospice care standards.
Ability to communicate effectively with patients, families, and team members.
Demonstrated ability to work as part of an interdisciplinary team.
Strong organizational and documentation skills

Experience

Minimum of six months of relevant experience preferred.
Experience in hospice or terminal care strongly preferred.

License / Certification

Current Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) license in the state of Florida.
Current CPR/BLS certification.
Valid Florida driver’s license with acceptable driving record.

Education

High school diploma or GED equivalent preferred.

Other Requirements

Required immunizations and screenings (e.g., TB, Hepatitis, Flu).
Clearance for communicable diseases prior to patient contact.
Reliable transportation and ability to shift work locations.
Accessible contact phone number for scheduling flexibility.
Compliance with continuing education and professional development policies.

The knowledge, skills and abilities listed above are typically acquired through the levels of education and experience listed. However, any equivalent combination of education and/or experience, which provide an applicant with the listed knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential duties and responsibilities of the job, is acceptable. This description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this role. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, qualifications, or working conditions required of employees in this position. The organization reserves the right to modify or amend the duties of the position or to require that additional tasks be performed as organizational needs change. This description does not constitute a contract of employment, and employment with the organization is at-will, meaning either the employee or the organization may terminate the relationship at any time, with or without cause or notice.

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