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

ReqID: 2026-139671
Category: Home Health Aides/CNAs
Position Type: Full-Time
Company: Gentiva Hospice

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Supports the facility's mission statement by dependability in attendance, punctuality, maintaining confidentiality, the timely completion of assignments, and attention to principles of professional ethics and quality service. Has a commitment to professional and personal growth through development of skills and knowledge, as well as improvement in the facility's performance. • Ensures the rights, d i gnity and confidentiality of all residents is maintained. 3. Demonstrates an Understanding of the Federal and State Regulations Can answer questions correctly when asked concerning expectations of Nurse Aide. Supports cultural practices so long as it does not harm others. Determines critical and non-critical aspects of a situation accurately. Recognizes when to consult with the supervisor for assistance. Reports all accidents and incidents observed on the shift that they occur 100 % of time. Treats residents and their families with respect, dignity and compassion. • Assists with emergency situations when needed. Completes the annual skills inventory checklist successfully each year. • All other duties as assigned by the Director of Nursing. SUPERVISION & LEADERSHIP: Receives guidance with respect to general objectives in the majority of tasks and projects assigned, determine methods, work sequence, and how to achieve objectives of assignments; operates within specific policy guidelines. EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE: Prefer six months previous experience Knowledge and experience in the areas of geriatric nursing or related health programs. Ability to work effectively with health care providers, families, and other professionals as necessary. CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS REQUIRED TO PERFORM THE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THIS JOB: Certified Nursing Technician SKILLS REQUIRED TO SUCCESSFULLY ACCOMPLISH THE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THIS JOB: LANGUAGE SKILLS: Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, and short correspondence. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to residents, and other employees. MATHEMATICAL SKILLS: Ability to add, and subtract two digit numbers and to multiply and divide with 10's and 100's. Ability to perform these operations using units of American money and weight measurement, volume and distance. Ability to calculate meal percentages. REASONING ABILITY: Ability to apply sound clinical judgment to carry out effective resident care. Understands simple oral or written instructions. Ability to prioritize and concurrently manage multiple tasks. Ability to identify hazards, make reports and/or implement corrective actions. Ability to respond in a calm, professional demeanor. Ability to work in stressful situations or environment. COMPUTER OPERATIONS: Must have some computer skills PHYSICAL DEMANDS: AMOUNT OF TIME UP TO 33% 33-67% NONE OVER 67 % Stand Walk Sit Use hands to handle, feel Reach wl arms and hands Climb or balance Stoop, kneel, crouch, and bend Talk or hear Taste or smell WEIGHT LIFTED / FORCE EXERTED AMOUNT OF TIME UP TO 33% 33-67% NONE OVER 67% Up to 10 pounds Up to 25 pounds Up to 50 pounds Up to 100 pounds M ore than 100 pounds Any lifting of 35lbs or more requires the use of an assistive device and / or physical assistance. EXPOSURE CATEGORY 1. Tasks that involve exposure to blood, body fluids or tissues. This includes all procedures or job related tasks that involve inherent potential for mucous membrane or skin contact with blood, body fluids or tissues, or potential spills or splashes of them. 2. Tasks that do not involve exposure to blood, body fluids or tissue, but exposure may be required as a condition of employment. Appropriate protective measures are readily available to these employees when needed. 3. Tasks that involve NO exposure to blood, body fluids or tissue and Category 1 tasks are not a condition of employment.

CNA

Full-time

12 hours ago

CNA

Helping Hearts USA LLC Pegram, TN