Certified Hospice Aide

Legacy Hospice•Poplar Bluff, MO

10d

About The Position

At Legacy Hospice, we are committed to providing compassionate end-of-life care that brings dignity, comfort, and peace to patients and families. We are seeking a caring and dependable Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) to join our interdisciplinary team and provide personal, hands-on support to hospice patients in their homes. As a hospice CNA, youll play a vital role in helping patients and families through meaningful support, including:

Requirements

Active CNA certification in the state of employment
Graduate of an approved Certified Nursing Assistant program
Minimum 1 year of nursing assistant experience (hospice, home health, or community-based preferred)
Current BLS/CPR certification
Valid drivers license, reliable transportation, and car insurance
Ability to work independently and compassionately in home settings
Excellent communication, professionalism, and time management skills
Legacy Hospice is a drug-free workplace. Pre-employment drug screening is required, including testing for marijuana.

Responsibilities

Providing personal care based on the individualized care plan (bathing, grooming, feeding, dressing, toileting, etc.)
Maintaining patient comfort and safety in their home environment
Monitoring and reporting changes in the patient's condition to the RN Case Manager
Assisting with transfers, mobility, and range-of-motion exercises
Educating and supporting families on patient care techniques
Documenting clinical notes accurately and on time
Participating in team meetings and quality improvement initiatives