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Hospice Certified Nursing Assistant - Hospice Aide

Gentiva · Charlottesville, VA · Yesterday
Healthcare$16.7–$19.65/hrFull-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

Pay

Pay Range: $16.70/hr to $19.65/hr. Compensation may vary based on geographic location, experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, internal equity, and department equity.

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
  • Wellness Program & Resources
  • 401(k) with Company Match
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • FMLA, ADA, and other federal and state-required leaves
  • Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
  • Health Savings Account (HSA) Contribution
  • Mileage Reimbursement or Fleet Car Program
  • Cell Phone Reimbursement (eligible roles)
  • Short-Term Incentive (eligible roles)
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Company-paid Life & Long-Term Disability Insurance
  • Voluntary Benefits (Pet, Critical Illness, Accident, LTC)
  • Free Continuing Education Units (CEUs)
  • Education Support & Tuition Assistance (ASN to BSN, BSN to MSN)
  • National & Local Recognition Programs
  • Teammate Assistance Fund

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