PRN CNA - Hospice Aide

Overview

We are seeking a dependable, empathetic, and attentive PRN Hospice Aide to provide essential personal care and emotional support to terminally ill patients in their homes, assisted living facilities, or inpatient units. This role is focused on delivering comfort, dignity, and peace to patients and families during end‑of‑life journeys.

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 (Not Required)

• 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, and vision insurance (for full‑time associates).
• Mileage reimbursement or fleet vehicle program.
• Generous paid time off plus 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).