Hospice Certified Nursing Assistant - Hospice Aide

<h2>Overview</h2> <p><strong>Deliver Comfort. Honor Dignity. Transform Care. </strong></p> <p><strong> </strong></p> <p>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?</p> <p> </p> <p>We believe every day is an opportunity to bring comfort, dignity, and peace to patients and families facing end-of-life journeys.</p> <p> </p> <p>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.</p> <h2>Essential Functions</h2> <ul> <li>Provide direct personal care to terminally ill patients</li> <li>Assist with personal hygiene, grooming, and toileting</li> <li>Support safe mobility, including use of walkers and wheelchairs</li> <li>Help with meal preparation, feeding, and light housekeeping</li> <li>Observe and report changes in the patient’s physical or mental condition</li> <li>Offer emotional and psychological support to patients and families</li> <li>Maintain accurate and timely documentation of visits</li> <li>Attend team meetings and participate in Quality Improvement (QI) activities</li> <li>Practice<strong> </strong>infection control and follow safety protocols at all times</li> </ul> <h2>About You</h2> <p><strong>Qualifications – What You’ll Bring:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Active CNA license in the state of employment (Required)</li> <li>Current CPR certification (Required)</li> <li>Driver’s license and reliable vehicle with insurance (Required)</li> <li>Six (6) months of direct patient care experience (Required)</li> <li>Comfortable working in home settings, hospice facilities, or long-term care environments</li> <li>Demonstrated compassion, patience, and ability to handle emotional situations</li> <li>Willingness to work independently and adapt to changing patient needs</li> </ul> <p> </p> <p><strong>Preferred Background (Not Required):</strong></p> <ul> <li>Experience in home health, hospice, palliative care, or oncology</li> <li>Prior roles in hospital nursing, ICU, geriatrics, med-surg, ER, telemetry, or nursing homes</li> <li>Exposure to end-of-life care, wound care, or admissions support</li> </ul> <p> </p> <p>This position requires a Florida Level 2 background screening through the Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse. For information regarding the screening process, please visit the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse Education &amp; Awareness website:<em> </em><em>https://info.flclearinghouse.com</em></p> <h2>We Offer</h2> <p><strong>Benefits for All Hospice Associates (Full-Time &amp; Per Diem):</strong></p> <ul> <li>Competitive Pay</li> <li>401(k) with Company Match</li> <li>Career Advancement Opportunities</li> <li>National &amp; Local Recognition Programs</li> <li>Teammate Assistance Fund</li> </ul> <p><strong>Additional Full-Time Benefits:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance</li> <li>Mileage Reimbursement or Fleet Vehicle Program</li> <li>Generous Paid Time Off + 7 Paid Holidays</li> <li>Wellness Programs (Telemedicine, Diabetes Management, Joint &amp; Spine Concierge Care)</li> <li>Education Support &amp; Tuition Assistance (ASN to BSN, BSN to MSN)</li> <li>Free Continuing Education Units (CEUs)</li> <li>Company-paid Life &amp; Long-Term Disability Insurance</li> <li>Voluntary Benefits (Pet, Critical Illness, Accident, LTC)</li> </ul> <p><strong>Ready to Make a Difference in Someone’s Daily Life?</strong></p> <p>Apply now to become part of our Hospice Care team and help patients live safely, comfortably, and with dignity—at home.</p> <h2>Legalese</h2> <ul> <li>This is a safety-sensitive position</li> <li>Employee must meet minimum requirements to be eligible for benefits</li> <li>Where applicable, employee must meet state specific requirements</li> <li>We are proud to be an EEO employer</li> <li>We maintain a drug-free workplace</li> </ul> <h2>Location</h2>Emerald Coast Hospice <h2>Our Company</h2> <p></p> <p> </p> <p>At Emrald Coast Hospice, part of 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.</p> <p> </p> <p>Our place is by the side of those who need us – from helping people recover from illness, injury, or surgery in the comfort of their homes to guiding patients and their families through the physical, emotional, and spiritual effects of a serious illness or terminal diagnosis.</p> <p> </p> <p>Our nationwide reach is powered by a family of trusted brands that include:<