Personal Care Specialist (CNA) - Inpatient Hospice Unit

Personal Care Specialist (CNA)

If you're a compassionate caregiver who believes dignity, comfort, and human connection are at the heart of quality care, we'd love to meet you. Ohio's Hospice is seeking a full-time Personal Care Specialist (CNA) to join our inpatient team at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center. In this role, you'll work alongside nurses and interdisciplinary team members to provide hands-on care and support to patients receiving end-of-life care. This is an opportunity to build meaningful relationships, make a difference every day, and be part of a team dedicated to exceptional patient experiences.

Schedule

• Full-Time
• 6:30 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.
• Located within the inpatient hospice unit at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center

What You'll Do

As a Personal Care Specialist, you'll play a vital role in helping patients remain comfortable while supporting families during an important stage of life.

Responsibilities include:

• Assisting patients with personal care needs, including bathing, grooming, dressing, and mobility
• Providing compassionate, patient-centered support that promotes comfort and dignity
• Observing and reporting changes in patient condition to the clinical team
• Assisting with daily living activities and comfort measures
• Documenting care accurately and timely
• Collaborating with nurses, physicians, social workers, chaplains, and other team members
• Building trusting relationships with patients and families through compassionate care

What We're Looking For

• High school diploma or GED
• Ohio State Tested Nursing Assistant (STNA) certification preferred
• Previous healthcare, caregiving, CNA, hospice, long-term care, or hospital experience preferred
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Basic computer skills for documentation
• Commitment to providing compassionate, high-quality care
• Ability to pass background screening and drug testing requirements

Preferred Qualifications

• One year of patient care experience
• Interest in hospice and palliative care
• CHPNA certification or willingness to pursue certification with employer support

Benefits & Perks

We invest in the people who care for our patients.

• Competitive pay
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off
• 401(k) with employer match
• Life insurance
• Short- and long-term disability coverage
• Tuition reimbursement
• Hospice certification preparation and achievement incentives
• Scrubs provided
• Structured onboarding and mentorship support
• Continuing education opportunities
• Career advancement pathways

Ohio's Hospice offers opportunity, advancement and a great foundation for growth to energetic people looking to serve our mission. Those who join our team are committed to providing superior care and service so our patients and their families can celebrate life. We provide our staff members with the resources and support to contribute and make a difference in the lives of patients and families every day. Come join a group of people that are wildly passionate about taking care of our patients and each other!

As a member of our team, you'll have a chance to impact many lives. You may find a deeper meaning in your work or rediscover why you chose your profession in the first place. The passion you may have been missing in previous workplaces can be found at Ohio's Hospice of Central Ohio.

Ohio's Hospice complies with applicable Federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, or sex.

Ohio's Hospice is proud to be platinum certified through SAGECare, which provides training and consulting on LGBT aging issues to service providers. Ohio's Hospice welcomes those in the LGBT community to join our team.