Hospice Certified Nursing Assistant - Hospice Aide

Overview

Hospice Certified Nursing Assistant - Hospice Aide role at Gentiva.

We believe each day is an opportunity to bring comfort, dignity, and peace to patients and families facing end‑of‑life journeys.

• 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.

• Active CNA license in the state employment (Required).
• Current CPR certification (Required).
• Driver’s license and reliable vehicle with insurance (Required).
• Six (6) months or more of direct patient care experience (Preferred).
• 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.

• 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.

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, LTC)

Apply now to become part of our Hospice Care team and help patients live safely, comfortably, and with dignity—at home.

• This is a safety‑sensitive position.
• Employee must meet minimum requirements to be eligible for benefits.
• Where applicable, employee must meet state specific requirements.
• We are proud to be an EEO employer.
• We maintain a drug‑free workplace.