Hospice Aide (CNA) - PRN
Company: Arc Hospice & Palliative Care
Location: Arlington
Posted on: April 5, 2026
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Job Description:
At Arc Hospice & Palliative Care, we are united by a mission to
bring comfort, dignity, and compassionate support to every patient
and family we serve. Join a team where your work has purpose, and
your growth is supported. Role Snapshot Position: Hospice Aide
(CNA) – PRN Focus: Personal care and comfort support for hospice
patients Schedule: PRN Work Setting: Patient homes and licensed
care facilities Coverage: Assigned service area with weekday
schedule and occasional evenings or weekends Role Summary As a
Hospice Aide (CNA) – PRN at Arc Hospice & Palliative Care, you will
provide direct personal care and compassionate support to patients
across the service area. This role offers the opportunity to build
meaningful relationships with patients and families while working
closely with a collaborative clinical team to support comfort and
dignity at end of life. Overview The Hospice Aide is a trained
caregiver who provides personal care and support services to
hospice patients under the supervision of a Registered Nurse Case
Manager or the Manager or Director of Clinical Services. This role
promotes patient comfort, dignity, and safety by assisting with
daily activities and observing and reporting changes in patient
condition. Assignments are based on the individualized plan of care
and the aide’s training and competency. Key Responsibilities
Provide personal care including bathing, dressing, grooming,
toileting, oral hygiene, and skin care as assigned Assist with
ambulation, transfers, repositioning, and range-of-motion exercises
as directed Observe and report changes in patient physical or
emotional condition to the supervising nurse Assist with meals,
feeding, and hydration support according to the plan of care
Provide companionship, emotional support, and respectful presence
to promote comfort and dignity Take and record vital signs when
trained and directed by the nurse Maintain a clean and safe care
environment, including light housekeeping related to patient care
Provide short-term respite support to family caregivers during
scheduled visits when appropriate Document care provided accurately
and timely in accordance with agency policy Follow standard
precautions, infection control practices, and HIPAA privacy
requirements Participate in team meetings and required in-service
training sessions Deliver care in any setting where the patient
resides, including private homes and licensed facilities Provide
weekend or after-hours support when directed by clinical leadership
Perform other duties as assigned Qualifications Active
certification as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) in good
standing with completion of a state-approved training program
Current CPR certification Ability to read, follow, and document
written care instructions accurately Understanding of hospice
philosophy and the needs of terminally ill individuals Ability to
work in home and facility settings with reliable transportation and
a valid driver’s license Demonstrated empathy, sensitivity, and
ability to support patients and families from diverse backgrounds
Commitment to Arc Hospice & Palliative Care’s mission and values
The starting compensation for this position is shown below. Arc
Hospice & Palliative Care is committed to transparency and equity
in all compensation practices. The rate displayed reflects the
starting hourly or salaried pay for the role and does not represent
a range. Final pay is determined based on factors such as
experience, qualifications, location, and business needs at the
time of hire. Some roles may be eligible for additional
compensation components consistent with Arc Hospice & Palliative
Care practices. Compensation $21 - $21 USD Arc Hospice & Palliative
Care is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes applicants from
all backgrounds to join us in delivering compassionate, inclusive
care. Explore the impact you can make with Arc Hospice today.
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