Hospice aide, Healthcare Nursing

Hospice Aide

Location:

Grand Rapids, MN 55744

Position Type:
Full Time

Travel Percentage: 100%

The Hospice Aide is a Certified Nursing Assistant and paraprofessional member of the interdisciplinary care team who works under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. The role provides direct support and personal care for hospice patients, assisting in day‑to‑day needs, providing comfort, and enhancing quality of life. The Hospice Aide follows individual Plans of Care, provides in‑person care, maintains documentation, and coordinates with the patient’s RN Case Manager.

• Provide personal care, including bathing, dressing, oral hygiene, and bed linen changes.
• Assist patients with mobility, transfers, and exercises as instructed by nursing staff.
• Offer assistance with meals, feeding, and light household tasks as assigned.
• Monitor and report patient condition changes to the RN Case Manager.
• Administer routine skin care to prevent breakdown and ensure patient comfort.
• Support medication reminders per state regulations.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized patient environment.
• Provide emotional support and respite for family caregivers.
• Use equipment safely and appropriately for patient care needs.
• Adhere to all documentation and HIPAA compliance standards.
• Participate in quality assessment and performance improvement activities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Must have an active Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) license in the state of practice.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Ability to pass background study, consumer report and drug test.
• Valid State Driver’s License, access to an automobile in good working order, automobile insurance in accordance with state and organizational requirements, and an acceptable driving record.

• Pushing/Pulling and Lifting/carrying up to 30 pounds. Occasionally up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to adapt to a variety of work conditions to ensure the highest quality of patient care in a home setting.

Hourly base range: $20.00 – $25.00. Salary will be based on geographic location, relevant education, applicable certifications, depth of experience, and special skillsets.

• Medical, dental, vision, and pet insurance
• Disability and life insurance
• Paid time off
• 401(k) retirement plan

Eligibility for other compensation may also be available.