United Hospice·New City, New York
Provide physical care and support to hospice patients, including ADLs, hygiene, and mobility assistance according to a Plan of Care. Coordinate with nursing staff and maintain a safe environment while documenting care in EMR systems.
United Hospice, Inc. is a community-based, not-for-profit hospice that provides care and support to patients and their families. We envision a community in which all individuals and their loved ones facing serious illness retain their dignity and hope while receiving the best care and support that hospice has to offer. We are currently Looking for NYS Certified HHAs to work in the community full-time and be able to drive to the patient homes.
The rate for this position is $22.00/hr. This is a full-time, benefits eligible position. We offer: medical, dental and vision insurance with a Health Reimbursement Account (HRA), a 401(k) retirement plan with profit sharing, paid time off (vacation, sick pay, personal days), and other perks.
Follows Plan of Care established by hospice nurse
Actively participates in coordination of all aspects of patient’s care, in accordance with current professional standards and practice
Performs health care procedures monitored by hospice nurse (example: reinforce clean dressings, use of bed pan, check urinary catheter, etc.)
Provides for the physical care of the patient, as stated in the HHA care plan, (example: bathing, toileting, skin care, ADLs, etc.)
Assists the patient with ambulation, transfers and turning and positioning as needed; turns and positions patients who are unable to assist
Under the guidance and instruction on primary nurse, P.T, O.T., maintains a safe environment for patients and proper use of equipment (i.e. wheelchair, Hoyer lift)
Helps patient in performing exercises prescribed by appropriate professional personnel
May plan and prepare meals for patient, feeds patient when necessary
Performs a variety of light housekeeping tasks when necessary which are essential to the patients' health care; performs washing of patients' clothes as needed
Attends team meetings as needed
Attends twelve (12) hours of documented training annually that may come from any acceptable source
Incorporates organization’s commitment to customer service and continuous quality improvement into daily work habits. This includes:
Promotes positive co-worker and teamwork relationships.
Embraces our shared core values, code of conduct and mission as set forth by the Board of Directors and administration of the agency
Accepts additional responsibilities as assigned
United Hospice is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Market context
In New York, Home Health Aide openings often reflect steady demand from agencies serving older adults and patients who need care at home. These roles are competitive because employers commonly look for state certification, reliable transportation, physical ability to assist with lifting, and basic computer skills for documentation. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to quickly confirm fit, then prepare to show your license, vehicle access, and experience with charting or data entry.
