Certified Nursing Assistant Hospice Aide

About the role

Deliver Comfort. Honor Dignity. Transform Care.

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.

Compensation

Compensation may vary within the salary range provided based on several factors including but not limited to a candidate’s location, experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications and department equity.

Benefits

Gentiva provides associates with a comprehensive benefits and total rewards package, of which base pay is just one piece.

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Wellness Program and Resources
• 401k match
• PTO
• Short/Long Term Disability
• HSA Contribution
• Mileage or Fleet Car Program
• Cell Phone Reimbursement (for eligible roles)
• Short Term Incentive (for eligible roles)
• Tuition Reimbursement

Essential Functions

• Provide direct personal care to terminally ill patients
• Aid 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
• Practice infection control and follow safety protocols at all times

Qualifications

• 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

• 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