Hospice aide, CNA

Overview

Aide / CNA, Hospice

Location:

Middlebury, Connecticut

Position Type:
Full-Time

Remote/Virtual Position:
No

Coverage Area:
New Haven, West Haven, Orange, Milford, Branford, North Branford, Hamden, Ansonia, Derby, Shelton, Bridgeport, Trumbull, Guilford

Salary: $18.00 - $22.00 (Based on years of experience)

Schedule:

Monday - Friday 8am - 5pm

• Certified by the state as a nurse’s aide, with completion of required training and a passing score of 85% or higher on the agency’s competency exam.
• CPR certification required for direct patient care in Georgia and Washington.
• Must be listed on the state aide registry with a clear record and eligible to provide care in homes, nursing facilities, or hospitals.
• Requires a reliable vehicle, valid driver’s license, and state-required auto insurance.

• Provide compassionate, hands‑on care to hospice patients, including assistance with personal hygiene, repositioning, and mobility support for individuals who may require lifting (up to 200 lbs with assistance).
• Support patients in their homes or care facilities through frequent movement and physical activity, such as walking, standing, reaching, and occasional driving, ensuring timely and dignified end‑of‑life care.
• Monitor comfort levels, respond to needs, and assist with daily living activities, always maintaining patient safety and dignity.
• Work comfortably in home and facility environments, adapting to varying conditions such as temperature changes, moderate noise, and standard healthcare exposures, while upholding infection control and safety protocols.

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Professional development opportunities
• Company‑matching 401(k)
• Flexible spending and health savings accounts
• Wellness offerings such as an employee assistance program, pet insurance, and access to meditation, sleep, and relaxation app
• Programs to celebrate achievements, milestones, and fellow employees
• Company store credit for your first Accent Care‑branded scrubs for patient‑facing employees
• And more!

At Accent Care, you’re part of a community that cares — for patients and each other. We offer equal employment opportunities regardless of race, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, or disability.