Certified Nursing Assistant / CNA, Hospice
About The Position
AccentCare is hiring a full-time Certified Nursing Assistant for hospice care in the St. Louis and Jefferson Counties coverage area. The role provides compassionate, hands-on support to hospice patients in their homes or care facilities, helping maintain comfort, safety, and dignity while assisting with personal care and daily activities. The stated schedule is Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Pay is $20–$23 per hour, based on experience. The position involves frequent physical activity and movement, including walking, standing, reaching, occasional driving, repositioning patients, and assisting with mobility. Some patients may require lifting of up to 200 pounds with assistance. The CNA works in home and facility environments with varying temperatures, moderate noise, and standard healthcare exposures, following infection-control and safety protocols. AccentCare describes its culture as purpose-driven and collaborative, with a focus on exceptional patient care and employee well-being. The company states that it provides equal employment opportunities regardless of race, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, or disability.
Requirements
- Be certified by the state as a nurse’s aide and have completed required training.
- Pass the agency competency exam with a score of at least 85%.
- Meet additional state-specific requirements where applicable, such as CHHA in California or New Jersey, or CGNA in Maryland.
- Hold CPR certification if providing direct patient care in Georgia or Washington.
- Be listed on the state aide registry with a clear record and be eligible to provide care in homes, nursing facilities, or hospitals.
- Have a reliable vehicle, a valid driver’s license, and state-required auto insurance.
Responsibilities
- Provide compassionate, hands-on hospice care, including assistance with personal hygiene, repositioning, and mobility.
- Support patients in their homes or care facilities through frequent movement and physical activity, including walking, standing, reaching, and occasional driving.
- Monitor patient comfort, respond to needs, and assist with activities of daily living while maintaining safety and dignity.
- Adapt to home and facility environments, including varying temperatures, moderate noise, and standard healthcare exposures, while following infection-control and safety protocols.
Benefits
- Medical coverage
- Dental coverage
- Vision coverage
- Paid time off
- Paid holidays
- Professional development opportunities
- Company-matching 401(k)
- Flexible spending and health savings accounts
- Employee assistance program
- Pet insurance
- Access to Calm meditation, sleep, and relaxation app
- Programs recognizing employee achievements and milestones
- Company store credit for first AccentCare-branded scrubs for patient-facing employees
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
