Hospice Aide- Howard County

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 Maryland 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.

COVID-19 Vaccination

All applicants must be fully vaccinated against Covid-19 or obtain a GBMC approved medical or religious exemption prior to starting employment at GBMC Healthcare, to include Gilchrist and GBMC Health Partners.

Equal Employment Opportunity

GBMC HealthCare 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.