Jobs · Healthcare · Pennsylvania

Hospice Aide, CNA - Full Time

Gentiva · Somerset, PA · 4 days ago
HealthcareFull-time

About the role

We’re 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.

Responsibilities

  • 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

Requirements

  • 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 Qualifications

  • 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

Benefits

  • Competitive Pay
  • 401(k) with Company Match
  • Career Advancement Opportunities
  • National & Local Recognition Programs
  • Teammate Assistance Fund
  • Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance (Full-Time)
  • Mileage Reimbursement or Fleet Vehicle Program
  • Generous Paid Time Off + 7 Paid Holidays (Full-Time)
  • 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)

This is a safety-sensitive, full-time position. Employee must meet minimum requirements to be eligible for benefits where applicable and state-specific requirements.

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