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Hospice Aide - Gilchrist Inova

Gilchrist·Fairfax, Virginia

Full Time·On Site·0-2 yrs·Posted 14 days ago
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About the role

Deliver specific aspects of patient care, including personal hygiene, feeding, and vital signs monitoring, under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. Maintain a clean patient environment and report significant changes in patient condition to the supervisory nurse.

Under general supervision, is responsible for the delivery of specific aspects of patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. Care needs and visit frequency are indicated in the Hospice Aide Plan of Care.

Education

High School diploma or GED.

Licensure

Current registration with the Virgina State Board of Examiners of Nurses as a Certified Nursing Assistant. Licensed driver with automobile that is insured in accordance with organization requirements and is in good working order.

Experience

Previous experience in an acute care or home care setting.

Skills

  • Knowledge and understanding of the Hospice Philosophy
  • Skill in oral and written communication
  • Skill in managing issues related to death/dying
  • Ability to work independently
  • Ability to effectively communicate with facility staff when necessary if assigned to facility-based care.
  • Skill with hand-held communication devices and electronic documentation
  • Ability to demonstrate empathy for the needs of the ill, injured, frail and the impaired.

Principal

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Performs personal care needs by attending to patient/family requests promptly. Offers and assists with bedpans and urinals. Provides personal care including baths, back rubs, oral hygiene, shampoos and changing bed linen. Assists in dressing and undressing patients as assigned. Assists in feeding the patient.
  • Meets safety needs of patient and uses equipment safely and properly (foot stools, side rails, O2 etc.).
  • Plans and prepares nutritious meals, including shopping, as assigned.
  • Takes and records oral, rectal and auxiliary temperatures, pulse, respiration and blood pressure when ordered (within the training limitations of the aide).
  • Provides proper care and observation of patient's skin to prevent breakdown of tissue over bony prominence.
  • Reports patient's condition and significant changes to the assigned supervisory nurse. Also aware of the caregiver or other individuals living with the patient and interpersonal issues.
  • Assists in ambulation and exercise as instructed by the primary care nurse or therapist.
  • Provides assistance as assigned with light laundry needs. Keeps patient's living area clean and orderly, as assigned
  • Performs range of motion and other simple procedures as an extensional therapy service as ordered (within the training limitations of the aide).
  • Provides respite for patient's/family/caregiver when on-site, as appropriate.

Pay Range

Final salary offer will be based on the candidate's qualifications, education, experience and alignment with our organizational needs.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Gilchrist Inova and its affiliates are Equal Opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

Requirements

Requires a High School diploma or GED and current registration as a Certified Nursing Assistant with the Virginia State Board of Examiners of Nurses. Must possess a valid driver's license, insured automobile, and previous experience in acute or home care settings.

  • high school
  • professional certificate
  • Empathy
  • Independent Work
  • Patient Safety
  • Vital Signs Monitoring
  • Skin Care
  • Personal Care
  • Range of Motion Exercises
  • Hospice Philosophy
  • Electronic Documentation
  • Ambulation Assistance
  • Oral and Written Communication
  • Death and Dying Management

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
0-2 yrs
Location
Fairfax, Virginia
Posted
Jul 14, 2026
Application
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Hiring organization

Gilchrist

Who We Are Gilchrist is a nationally recognized, nonprofit leader in serious illness and end-of-life care. We provide counseling, support and care to people at every stage of serious illness, so they may live life to the fullest. Furthermore, we are deeply committed to giving...

IndustryHospitals and Health Care
TypeNonprofit
Size501-1,000 employees
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Support-services roles in Virginia are often tied to steady staffing needs in clinics, hospitals, and other care settings, especially when teams need dependable help with patient flow and day-to-day operations. This role is competitive because it asks for a high school diploma, three years of clinical experience, current AHA BLS, and a recognized Medical Assistant Certification, while offering medical, dental, vision, retirement savings, and paid time off. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm your certification status and clinical experience match before applying.

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