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.
Compensation and Benefits
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.
Gentiva provides associates with a comprehensive benefits and total rewards package, of which base pay is just one piece.
- Salary Range – $18.35 - 21.60
- Full Time Employee Benefits:
- Medical, Dental, Vision
- Wellness Program and Resources
- 401k match
- PTOFMLA, ADA and other federal and state required leaves
- 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
- 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
- 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
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.