Hospice Aide Homemaker
Optimal Care, Saline, MI, United States
Hospice Aide Homemaker
Saline, MI
Optimal Care is where your dedication meets a rewarding career.
As a clinician owned and operated company, we create the opportunity and environment for each employee to realize their highest potential while maintaining a personalized focus on our Patients and Families every day. We are the Midwest's premier provider of Physician Services, Home Health, and Hospice Care. Our integrated care delivery model incorporates technology, innovation and best practices. We produce value based outcomes by managing chronic disease process, rehabilitation and end of life care.
We live a simple Mission: Serve Together, Provide Value, and Deliver Exceptional Quality Care.
What does this mean for you? At Optimal Care, you have our resolute commitment to being an exceptional place to work. Your expertise, passion and commitment to exceptional quality care will continue to thrive. With you we can build a remarkable place to work.
Exceptional Benefits:
Minimum of 3 Weeks Paid Time Off (PTO)
Company Vehicle Program
Mentorship Culture
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
401(k) with Employer Match
Mileage Reimbursement
Cutting Edge Technology
About the Role
Make a profound difference in the lives of patients and families during life's most meaningful moments. As a Hospice Aide/Homemaker, you'll provide compassionate, hands-on care that enhances comfort, dignity, and quality of life for terminally ill patients in their homes and care facilities. This rewarding position is perfect for a caring professional who finds purpose in providing personal care with empathy and respect. You'll be a valued member of our interdisciplinary team, working under the guidance of registered nurses to deliver individualized care that truly matters.
What You'll Do
Provide Compassionate Personal Care
Assist patients with activities of daily living including bathing, dressing, grooming, and oral hygiene
Help with safe transfers, ambulation, and positioning to ensure patient comfort and safety
Support patients with toileting and elimination needs while maintaining dignity
Monitor and record vital signs including temperature, pulse, respiration, and blood pressure
Support Nutrition and Comfort
Assist with meal preparation and help patients with eating and fluid intake
Ensure patients receive adequate nutrition according to their care plan
Provide skin care and comfort measures
Perform hair care and nail care as needed
Ensure Safety and Quality Care
Use proper body mechanics and safe transfer techniques with assistive devices
Operate equipment safely including Hoyer lifts, wheelchairs, and gait belts
Follow fall precautions and respond appropriately to emergency situations
Maintain a safe, clean environment in accordance with care standards
Communicate and Document Effectively
Observe and report changes in patient condition to the supervising RN within 24 hours
Document services provided and pertinent findings during each visit
Verify assignments, review care plans, and confirm visit times with patients and facilities
Communicate clearly and professionally with patients, families, and team members
Work as Part of a Team
Follow the individualized Hospice Aide Care Plan for each patient
Collaborate with RNs, social workers, chaplains, and other team members
Attend meetings and participate in ongoing training
Adapt flexibly to assignment changes and varying care environments
What We're Looking For
Required Qualifications
Completion of minimum 75 hours of classroom and supervised practical training (including at least 16 hours of classroom instruction before practical training)
Must hold current certification as a nurse aide and be in good standing on the state nurse aide registry
Minimum 1 year of experience as a hospice aide, home health aide, or certified nursing assistant
Ability to read, write, and follow written and verbal instructions in English
Reliable transportation with valid automobile insurance
Willingness to travel frequently within the assigned service area
Essential Skills and Qualities
Understanding of and commitment to the hospice philosophy of care
Comfort providing specialized care to terminally ill patients
Empathy and compassion for individuals who are ill, frail, or impaired
Self-directed with ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Calm, empathetic demeanor in emotionally sensitive situations
Flexibility and adaptability to handle schedule changes and varying patient needs
Strong communication and listening skills
Respectful approach to patient dignity and privacy
What Makes You Successful
You're a compassionate caregiver who finds deep fulfillment in providing comfort during life's most challenging times. You understand that small acts of kindness - helping someone bathe, sharing a meal, or simply being present - can make an enormous difference. You're comfortable with the physical demands of caregiving and confident using proper techniques to ensure safety. You're observant, noticing changes in your patients and communicating them promptly to your nursing team. You respect the sacred nature of end-of-life care and approach each patient and family with dignity, cultural sensitivity, and genuine warmth. You're reliable, punctual, and professional, understanding that families depend on you during their most vulnerable moments.
Why Join Us?
This role offers the opportunity to do work that truly matters. You'll be part of a supportive interdisciplinary team committed to providing the highest quality end-of-life care. We provide comprehensive training, ongoing education, and the resources you need to deliver excellent care. You'll work in varied settings - from private homes to care facilities - experiencing the reward of building meaningful relationships with patients and families during a significant time in their lives.
Work Environment and Physical Requirements
This position requires frequent travel to patient homes and facilities within your service area. You'll need to be comfortable working in different environments and adapting to varying schedules. Physical demands include standing, walking, bending, lifting (up to 50 lbs with assistance), and using proper body mechanics for patient transfers and care activities. Some flexibility with scheduling is needed, as patient care needs and assignments may change. You may occasionally be exposed to infectious materials following proper safety protocols.
Ready to Make a Difference?
If you're a certified aide with a compassionate heart who wants to provide meaningful care during life's most important moments, we'd love to hear from you.
Location
Office Location: 801 Rosehill Road, Jackson, MI 49202
Main Service Area: Saline, MI and surrounding
Hours
8:00 am
5:00 pm, Monday through Friday
Weekend rotation
Pay Range
$18 - $22 USD
Background Screening Optimal Care conducts a background screening upon acceptance of a contingent job offer. Background screening is completed by a third-party administrator, the Michigan Long-Term Care Partnership, and is performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act. Reasonable Accommodations We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation. Equal Opportunity Employer Optimal Care is an equal-opportunity employer.
Saline, MI
Optimal Care is where your dedication meets a rewarding career.
As a clinician owned and operated company, we create the opportunity and environment for each employee to realize their highest potential while maintaining a personalized focus on our Patients and Families every day. We are the Midwest's premier provider of Physician Services, Home Health, and Hospice Care. Our integrated care delivery model incorporates technology, innovation and best practices. We produce value based outcomes by managing chronic disease process, rehabilitation and end of life care.
We live a simple Mission: Serve Together, Provide Value, and Deliver Exceptional Quality Care.
What does this mean for you? At Optimal Care, you have our resolute commitment to being an exceptional place to work. Your expertise, passion and commitment to exceptional quality care will continue to thrive. With you we can build a remarkable place to work.
Exceptional Benefits:
Minimum of 3 Weeks Paid Time Off (PTO)
Company Vehicle Program
Mentorship Culture
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
401(k) with Employer Match
Mileage Reimbursement
Cutting Edge Technology
About the Role
Make a profound difference in the lives of patients and families during life's most meaningful moments. As a Hospice Aide/Homemaker, you'll provide compassionate, hands-on care that enhances comfort, dignity, and quality of life for terminally ill patients in their homes and care facilities. This rewarding position is perfect for a caring professional who finds purpose in providing personal care with empathy and respect. You'll be a valued member of our interdisciplinary team, working under the guidance of registered nurses to deliver individualized care that truly matters.
What You'll Do
Provide Compassionate Personal Care
Assist patients with activities of daily living including bathing, dressing, grooming, and oral hygiene
Help with safe transfers, ambulation, and positioning to ensure patient comfort and safety
Support patients with toileting and elimination needs while maintaining dignity
Monitor and record vital signs including temperature, pulse, respiration, and blood pressure
Support Nutrition and Comfort
Assist with meal preparation and help patients with eating and fluid intake
Ensure patients receive adequate nutrition according to their care plan
Provide skin care and comfort measures
Perform hair care and nail care as needed
Ensure Safety and Quality Care
Use proper body mechanics and safe transfer techniques with assistive devices
Operate equipment safely including Hoyer lifts, wheelchairs, and gait belts
Follow fall precautions and respond appropriately to emergency situations
Maintain a safe, clean environment in accordance with care standards
Communicate and Document Effectively
Observe and report changes in patient condition to the supervising RN within 24 hours
Document services provided and pertinent findings during each visit
Verify assignments, review care plans, and confirm visit times with patients and facilities
Communicate clearly and professionally with patients, families, and team members
Work as Part of a Team
Follow the individualized Hospice Aide Care Plan for each patient
Collaborate with RNs, social workers, chaplains, and other team members
Attend meetings and participate in ongoing training
Adapt flexibly to assignment changes and varying care environments
What We're Looking For
Required Qualifications
Completion of minimum 75 hours of classroom and supervised practical training (including at least 16 hours of classroom instruction before practical training)
Must hold current certification as a nurse aide and be in good standing on the state nurse aide registry
Minimum 1 year of experience as a hospice aide, home health aide, or certified nursing assistant
Ability to read, write, and follow written and verbal instructions in English
Reliable transportation with valid automobile insurance
Willingness to travel frequently within the assigned service area
Essential Skills and Qualities
Understanding of and commitment to the hospice philosophy of care
Comfort providing specialized care to terminally ill patients
Empathy and compassion for individuals who are ill, frail, or impaired
Self-directed with ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Calm, empathetic demeanor in emotionally sensitive situations
Flexibility and adaptability to handle schedule changes and varying patient needs
Strong communication and listening skills
Respectful approach to patient dignity and privacy
What Makes You Successful
You're a compassionate caregiver who finds deep fulfillment in providing comfort during life's most challenging times. You understand that small acts of kindness - helping someone bathe, sharing a meal, or simply being present - can make an enormous difference. You're comfortable with the physical demands of caregiving and confident using proper techniques to ensure safety. You're observant, noticing changes in your patients and communicating them promptly to your nursing team. You respect the sacred nature of end-of-life care and approach each patient and family with dignity, cultural sensitivity, and genuine warmth. You're reliable, punctual, and professional, understanding that families depend on you during their most vulnerable moments.
Why Join Us?
This role offers the opportunity to do work that truly matters. You'll be part of a supportive interdisciplinary team committed to providing the highest quality end-of-life care. We provide comprehensive training, ongoing education, and the resources you need to deliver excellent care. You'll work in varied settings - from private homes to care facilities - experiencing the reward of building meaningful relationships with patients and families during a significant time in their lives.
Work Environment and Physical Requirements
This position requires frequent travel to patient homes and facilities within your service area. You'll need to be comfortable working in different environments and adapting to varying schedules. Physical demands include standing, walking, bending, lifting (up to 50 lbs with assistance), and using proper body mechanics for patient transfers and care activities. Some flexibility with scheduling is needed, as patient care needs and assignments may change. You may occasionally be exposed to infectious materials following proper safety protocols.
Ready to Make a Difference?
If you're a certified aide with a compassionate heart who wants to provide meaningful care during life's most important moments, we'd love to hear from you.
Location
Office Location: 801 Rosehill Road, Jackson, MI 49202
Main Service Area: Saline, MI and surrounding
Hours
8:00 am
5:00 pm, Monday through Friday
Weekend rotation
Pay Range
$18 - $22 USD
Background Screening Optimal Care conducts a background screening upon acceptance of a contingent job offer. Background screening is completed by a third-party administrator, the Michigan Long-Term Care Partnership, and is performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act. Reasonable Accommodations We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation. Equal Opportunity Employer Optimal Care is an equal-opportunity employer.