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: 2026-140861
Category: Home Health Aides/CNAs
Position Type: Full-Time
Company: Gentiva Hospice

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