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Hospice Certified Nursing Assistant - Hospice Aide

Gentiva
Newport News, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 6 Aug 2026
💰 $44,000/yr($36,000/yr$44,000/yr)

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<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 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>Compensation may vary within the salary range provided based on several factors, including but not limited to a candidate's geographic location, experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, internal equity, and department equity. Gentiva provides associates with a comprehensive Total Rewards package, of which base pay is just one component.</p> <p> </p> <p>Salary Range: $18.00/hour - $22.00/hour</p> <p> </p> <p>Full-Time Employee Benefits</p> <ul> <li>Medical, Dental &amp; Vision</li> <li>Wellness Program &amp; Resources</li> <li>401(k) with Company Match</li> <li>Paid Time Off (PTO)</li> <li>FMLA, ADA, and other federal and state-required leaves</li> <li>Short-Term &amp; Long-Term Disability</li> <li>Health Savings Account (HSA) Contribution</li> <li>Mileage Reimbursement or Fleet Car Program</li> <li>Cell Phone Reimbursement (eligible roles)</li> <li>Short-Term Incentive (eligible roles)</li> <li>Tuition Reimbursement</li> </ul> <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>Gentiva Hospice <h2>Our Company</h2> <p></p> <p> </p> <p>At Gentiva, it is our privilege to offer compassionate care in the comfort of wherever our patients call home. We are a national

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