Hospice Certified Nursing Assistant - Hospice Aide
On-siteDyersburg, Tennessee, United States
Job Summary
Provide direct personal care to terminally ill patients, including assistance with hygiene, grooming, toileting, safe mobility, meal preparation, and light housekeeping. Observe and report changes in patient conditions while offering emotional support to patients and families. Maintain accurate visit documentation, attend team meetings, and practice strict infection control protocols. This role requires an active CNA license, CPR certification, and driver's license, with a preference for home health or hospice experience. Join Gentiva Hospice, a national leader in end-of-life care, to deliver compassionate support wherever patients call home.
Required Qualifications
- Active CNA license in the state of employment
- Current CPR certification
- Driver's license and reliable vehicle with insurance
- Six (6) months of direct patient care experience
- 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
- Meet minimum requirements to be eligible for benefits
- Meet state specific requirements
Desired Qualifications
- 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
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