Hospice Certified Nursing Assistant - Hospice Aide

$1000 sign-on bonus.

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

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, long-term care)

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