Hospice Aide (CNA or HHA) – Inpatient Hospice Unit

Full-Time | Glenside, PA

Are you a compassionate caregiver who is dedicated to providing comfort, dignity, and support to patients and families during life's most meaningful moments?

Keystone Care is seeking a Hospice Aide (CNA or HHA) to join our Inpatient Hospice Unit in Wyndmoor, PA. This is an on-site, facility-based position (not a home care role) providing direct patient care in our inpatient hospice setting.

🧡 Position Summary

The Hospice Aide provides compassionate, patient-centered care to individuals receiving end-of-life services in an inpatient hospice setting. Under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, the Hospice Aide assists with personal care, comfort measures, and supportive services to ensure dignity, comfort, and quality of life for patients.

📍 Position Details

• Location: Glenside, PA
• Setting: Inpatient Hospice Unit (On-Site)
• Position Type: Full-Time
• Role: Hospice Aide (CNA or HHA)

🧡 What You’ll Do

• Assist patients with activities of daily living (ADLs), including bathing, grooming, dressing, oral care, toileting, and feeding as directed.
• Provide comfort measures and emotional support to patients experiencing advanced illness and end-of-life care.
• Reposition and transfer patients safely to promote comfort and prevent skin breakdown.
• Assist with ambulation and mobility as appropriate to the patient's condition and care plan.
• Observe and report changes in patient condition, behavior, or comfort level to licensed nursing staff promptly.
• Maintain patient dignity, privacy, and respect at all times.
• Ensure patient rooms are clean, organized, and stocked with necessary supplies.
• Change bed linens and assist with maintaining a comfortable, safe environment.
• Clean and disinfect equipment according to established procedures.
• Assist with preparing rooms for admissions, transfers, and discharges.
• Welcome and assist family members and visitors in a compassionate and professional manner.
• Provide comfort items and basic support to patients and families as directed by the care team.
• Assist families in locating resources and communicating concerns to nursing staff.
• Maintain a calm and supportive environment for patients and loved ones.
• Work closely with nurses, social workers, chaplains, volunteers, and other interdisciplinary team members.
• Follow individualized patient care plans and hospice policies.
• Demonstrates compassion, empathy, and sensitivity toward hospice patients and families.
• Ability to communicate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare professionals.
• Knowledge of basic patient care and safety practices.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, emotionally demanding environment.
• Strong teamwork and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to safely lift, move, and assist patients according to organizational guidelines

Requirements

• Previous experience as a caregiver or in a healthcare-related role is preferred.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Ability to understand and follow both written and verbal instructions.
• Compassionate, patient, and enthusiastic attitude towards client care.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to handle sensitive end-of-life situations
• Strong observation and reporting skills
• Team-oriented mindset
• Physical ability to assist with lifting, turning, and transferring patients
• Ability to demonstrate empathy, patience, and professionalism
• Ability to maintain a safe and clean environment.
• Proof of Influenza Vaccination or an approved Medical or Religious exemption.
• Employees designated in a driver status, traveling from site to site, will be required to maintain a valid driver's license and auto insurance at all times.

Benefits

• Flexible scheduling options
• Full-time and part-time positions available
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Travel Time and Mileage between work sites
• Paid Holidays for Full-time staff
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Aflac plans available for Full-time staff
• $25K Company Paid Life Insurance Policy for full-time staff
• Retirement plan with discretionary employer match