[Hiring] Hospice Certified Nursing Assistant @Gentiva Hospice

Role Description

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.

• 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

Requirements

• 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)

Benefits

• Competitive Pay
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Career Advancement Opportunities
• National & Local Recognition Programs
• Teammate Assistance Fund
• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance (Additional Full-Time Benefits)
• Mileage Reimbursement or Fleet Vehicle Program (Additional Full-Time Benefits)
• Generous Paid Time Off + 7 Paid Holidays (Additional Full-Time Benefits)
• Wellness Programs (Telemedicine, Diabetes Management, Joint & Spine Concierge Care) (Additional Full-Time Benefits)
• Education Support & Tuition Assistance (ASN to BSN, BSN to MSN) (Additional Full-Time Benefits)
• Free Continuing Education Units (CEUs) (Additional Full-Time Benefits)
• Company-paid Life & Long-Term Disability Insurance (Additional Full-Time Benefits)
• Voluntary Benefits (Pet, Critical Illness, Accident, LTC) (Additional Full-Time Benefits)

Company Description

At Gentiva, it is our privilege to offer compassionate care in the comfort of wherever our patients call home. We are a national leader in hospice care, palliative care, home health care, and advanced illness management, with nearly 600 locations and thousands of dedicated clinicians across 38 states.

• Hospice care: Gentiva Hospice, Emerald Coast Hospice Care, Heartland Hospice, Hospice Plus, New Century Hospice, Regency SouthernCare, SouthernCare Hospice Services, SouthernCare New Beacon
• Palliative care: Empatia Palliative Care, Emerald Coast Palliative Care
• Home health care: Heartland Home Health
• Advanced illness management: Illumia Health

With corporate headquarters in Atlanta, Georgia, and providers delivering care across the U.S., we are proud to offer rewarding careers in a collaborative environment where inspiring achievements are recognized – and kindness is celebrated.