Hospice Certified Nursing Assistant - Hospice Aide
Job Overview
Employment Type
Temporary
Full-time
Part-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $15.00 - $18.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Flexible
Benefits
competitive pay
401(k) with Company Match
Career advancement opportunities
National and local recognition programs
Teammate Assistance Fund
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Mileage reimbursement
Paid Time Off
wellness programs
Education support and tuition assistance
Free continuing education units (CEUs)
Company-paid Life Insurance
company-paid long-term disability insurance
voluntary benefits
Job Description
Heartland Hospice, part of Gentiva, is a national leader in hospice care, palliative care, home health care, and advanced illness management. With nearly 600 locations across 38 states, Heartland Hospice delivers compassionate care to patients in the comfort of their own homes or care facilities. The organization is renowned for its dedicated clinicians who provide physical, emotional, and spiritual support to individuals facing serious illnesses or terminal diagnoses. Heartland Hospice is committed to honoring the dignity of patients and offering comfort during the most meaningful moments of their lives. Operating from its corporate headquarters in Atlanta, Georgia, Heartland Hospice is... Show More
Job Requirements
- Active CNA license in the state of employment
- current CPR certification
- driver’s license and reliable vehicle with insurance
- ability to follow infection control and safety protocols
- ability to work independently and as part of a healthcare team
- excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- must meet state-specific employment requirements
- six months or more of patient care experience preferred
- capacity to provide compassionate care in home and institutional settings
Job Qualifications
- Active CNA license in the state of employment
- current CPR certification
- driver’s license and reliable vehicle with insurance
- 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
- six months or more of direct patient care experience preferred
- experience in home health, hospice, palliative care, or oncology preferred
- prior roles in hospital nursing, ICU, geriatrics, med-surg, ER, telemetry, or nursing homes preferred
- exposure to end-of-life care, wound care, or admissions support preferred
Job Duties
- 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 activities
- practice infection control and follow safety protocols at all times
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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