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Gentiva
Hospice Certified Nursing Assistant - Hospice Aide
Job Description
Overview Deliver Comfort. Honor Dignity. Transform Care. Are you a Hospice Aide or Certified Nursing Assistant ( CNA ) who finds purpose in providing compassionate, hands-on care during life's most meaningful moments? We believe every day is an opportunity to bring comfort, dignity, and peace to patients and families facing end-of-life journeys. We're currently 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. If you're passionate about making a difference when it matters most, we invite you to join our dedicated hospice care team. 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 About You Qualifications -
What You'll Bring:
+ 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 We Offer 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 V To view full details and how to apply, please login or create a Job Seeker accountBenefits
- 401(k) Plans
- Health Insurance
- Transportation
- Dental Insurance
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What they do
A Nursing Assistant provides hospital and nursing home patients with basic care and assists them with daily activities. Helps patients with dressing, washing, and feeding. May perform basic medical care under the direction of a nurse or other medical professional. These roles typically require completion of a regional agency-approved training program in order to obtain a certification before practicing.
$36,065 / year median in Kansas
+1% projected growth