Hospice Certified Nursing Assistant - Hospice Aide

Overview

Deliver Comfort. Honor Dignity. Transform Care.

Are you a Hospice Aide or Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) who finds purpose in providing compassionate, hands-on care during life’s most meaningful moments?

We believe every day is an opportunity to bring comfort, dignity, and peace to patients and families facing end-of-life journeys.

We’re currently seeking a dependable, empathetic, and attentive Hospice Aide to provide essential personal care and emotional support to patients wherever they call home—whether that's a private residence, assisted living facility, or inpatient unit. If you're passionate about making a difference when it matters most, we invite you to join our dedicated hospice care team.

Essential Functions

• Provide direct personal care to terminally ill patients

• Assist with personal hygiene, grooming, and toileting

• Support safe mobility, including use of walkers and wheelchairs

• Help with meal preparation, feeding, and light housekeeping

• Observe and report changes in the patient’s physical or mental condition

• Offer emotional and psychological support to patients and families

• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of visits

• Attend team meetings and participate in Quality Improvement (QI) activities

• Practiceinfection control and follow safety protocols at all times

About You

Qualifications – What You’ll Bring:

• Active CNA license in the state of employment (Required)

• Current CPR certification (Required)

• Driver’s license and reliable vehicle with insurance (Required)

• Six (6) months of direct patient care experience (Required)

• Comfortable working in home settings, hospice facilities, or long-term care environments

• Demonstrated compassion, patience, and ability to handle emotional situations

• Willingness to work independently and adapt to changing patient needs

Preferred Background (Not Required):

• Experience in home health, hospice, palliative care, or oncology

• Prior roles in hospital nursing, ICU, geriatrics, med-surg, ER, telemetry, or nursing homes

• Exposure to end-of-life care, wound care, or admissions support

We Offer

Benefits for All Hospice Associates (Full-Time & Per Diem):

• Competitive Pay

• 401(k) with Company Match

• Career Advancement Opportunities

• National & Local Recognition Programs

• Teammate Assistance Fund

Additional Full-Time Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

• Mileage Reimbursement or Fleet Vehicle Program

• Generous Paid Time Off + 7 Paid Holidays

• Wellness Programs (Telemedicine, Diabetes Management, Joint & Spine Concierge Care)

• Education Support & Tuition Assistance (ASN to BSN, BSN to MSN)

• Free Continuing Education Units (CEUs)

• Company-paid Life & Long-Term Disability Insurance

• Voluntary Benefits (Pet, Critical Illness, Accident, LTC)

Ready to Make a Difference in Someone’s Daily Life?

Apply now to become part of our Hospice Care team and help patients live safely, comfortably, and with dignity—at home.

Legalese

• This is a safety-sensitive position

• Employee must meet minimum requirements to be eligible for benefits

• Where applicable, employee must meet state specific requirements

• We are proud to be an EEO employer

• We maintain a drug-free workplace

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Category: Home Health Aides/CNAs
Position Type: Full-Time
Company: Gentiva