Hospice Aide II - Christ Inpatient

Step into a meaningful role within our Hospice Care Team as a Hospice Aide dedicated to supporting patients and families during some of life’s most vulnerable moments. You’ll serve as a trusted resource for nurses, physicians, caregivers, and loved ones, helping maintain comfort, dignity, and continuity of care.

This opportunity is ideal for someone who is compassionate and confident working independently in a field-based or home‑care setting. A passion for supporting colleagues, providing calm reassurance, and upholding the highest standards of patient-centered care will make you an invaluable part of our hospice mission.

2139 Auburn Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45219

• Part Time (20 hours Weekly)
• Day Shift &am-7:30pm

We offer competitive shift differentials, opportunities for professional growth, and a comprehensive benefits package that may include medical, dental, vision, paid time off, retirement savings plans, and tuition reimbursement. Please use the link to view Tri Health’s benefits:

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The Hospice Aide II position is an advanced position that provides direct patient care to Hospice of Cincinnati patients under the direction of a nurse. This position provides assistance and/or performs basic activities of daily living including bathing, feeding, assistance with ambulation, etc. and the hospice aide will serve as provider of companionship and emotional support, even during times of crisis.

This position is responsible for knowing safety policies and following approved procedures. In addition to the hospice aide responsibilities listed above, the Hospice Aide II role will also include one of the following responsibilities:

• A. Unit Coordinator for assigned unit and shift. May perform the duties as listed for both Hospice Aide and Unit Coordinator roles during each shift as directed.
• B. Cross‑trained to function and work in more than one setting or level of hospice care settings, including inpatient hospice units, home care/long term care/assisted living, and continuous care.
• C. Precepting and mentorship support: assist with precepting, orienting, and mentoring new hospice aides.

• High School Diploma or GED; 2 years high school education in general studies (Required)
• 2 - 5 years of previous healthcare experience (Required)
• Age 17 with work permit
• Reading and math ability appropriate to the position. Multi-line phone skills, familiar with patient call systems and pagers.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 Days Required

• Communicates effectively with others. Shows respect to patients, families, and team members, inside and outside the facility, directs and facilitates unit flow.
• Reports patient related information in a timely manner, and reports problems in completing assignment/tasks in a timely manner. Documents observations and tasks performed. Works in collaboration with all members of the health care team. Utilizes chain of command appropriately. Answers phone and patient calls.
• Prioritizes work and responds appropriately to emergency situations. Uses emergency systems, policies, and procedures. Performs computer downtime procedures according to unit/Tri Health guidelines.
• Maintains a safe environment. Follows patient fall prevention guidelines, reports safety hazards to appropriate personnel. Completes safety event report as necessary. Complies with Infection Control policies.
• Demonstrates knowledge of safety/emergency policies and procedures and appropriately corrects any identified hazards. Places emergency calls timely as directed.
• Communicates appropriately and effectively with internal and external customers (i.e. staff, patients, families, other departments, etc.). Relays accurate and complete information. Maintains confidentiality.
• Takes an active role in maintaining patient satisfaction (i.e. way-finding, quick response to call lights and phones, etc.).
• Documents accurately in the medical record as per unit/Hospice of Cincinnati guidelines. Maintains the medical record when performing unit coordinator…