Hospice Aide, Home Health, Weekend Baylor

Beth Israel Lahey Health

. Provide compassionate personal care and homemaker services for hospice patients .

Posted 9/21/2026full-timePeabody • Massachusetts • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $21 - $28 per hourWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in providing compassionate personal care and homemaker services for hospice patients, including personal hygiene, mobility assistance, and vital sign monitoring. Proficient in infection control procedures and emergency recognition, ensuring a safe and healthy environment for patients.

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CNA CertificationHHA CertificatePersonal Care AssistanceVital Sign MonitoringInfection Control Procedures

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Hard Skills

Personal CareMobility AssistanceVital Sign RecordingSafe Transfer TechniquesGait Belt UsageMechanical Lifting EquipmentEmergency RecognitionPatient DocumentationMeal PreparationMedication Cueing

Soft Skills

Compassionate CareRespect for PatientsCommunication SkillsObservational SkillsTeam Collaboration

Tools & Technologies

Mobility DevicesGait BeltsLifting EquipmentInfection Control Supplies

Certifications & Qualifications

MA Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)Home Health Aide (HHA) Certificate

Industry Keywords

Hospice CarePatient CareHome Health ServicesPersonal HygienePatient Safety

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide compassionate personal care and homemaker services for hospice patients
Assist with personal hygiene and grooming, including bathing and mouth, skin, nail, and hair care
Assist patients with toilet facilities, including bed pans
Provide skin care and observe for pressure areas and sores
Assist patients in and out of bed using safe transfer techniques and lifting equipment
Assist patients with walking and mobility devices
Cue self-administered medications
Prepare meals and assist with feeding when required
Observe, report, and document patient status and care provided
Take and record temperature, pulse, and respirations as directed
Practice basic infection control procedures
Document patient functioning and changes for the hospice nurse case manager
Maintain a clean, safe, and healthy environment in patients' homes
Recognize emergencies and contact emergency personnel and supervisors when necessary
Treat patients and their property with respect

Requirements

What you’ll need

Valid MA Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification OR Home Health Aide (HHA) certificate required
Must be vaccinated against influenza (flu) as a condition of employment
Ability to provide personal care and homemaker services according to the IDT plan of care
Ability to use safe transfer techniques, gait belts, and mechanical lifting equipment when applicable
Ability to assist patients with walkers, canes, and wheelchairs
Ability to observe, report, and document patient status and care provided
Ability to take and record vital signs
Knowledge of basic infection control procedures
Ability to recognize emergencies and contact emergency personnel and supervisor when necessary
Understanding of the physical, developmental, and emotional needs of served populations

Benefits

Comp & perks

Work 24 hours, get paid for 32 hours
Generous PTO
403(b)
Tuition
Strong clinical support resources
Inclusive, diverse team that values staff input