Certified Nursing Assistant Hospice Aide

Gentiva Hospice • Edina, MN

4d • $18 - $22

About The Position

Gentiva Hospice is seeking a dependable, empathetic, and attentive Hospice Aide to provide essential personal care and emotional support to terminally ill patients wherever they call home, including private residences, assisted living facilities, and inpatient units. The role focuses on helping patients live safely, comfortably, and with dignity while supporting families through end-of-life care. The position is safety-sensitive and requires meeting applicable state-specific requirements.

Requirements

• Active CNA license in the state of employment.
• Current CPR certification.
• Driver’s license and reliable insured vehicle.
• At least six months of direct patient care experience.
• Comfort working in home settings, hospice facilities, or long-term care environments.
• Demonstrated compassion and patience, and ability to handle emotional situations.
• Willingness to work independently and adapt to changing patient needs.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in home health, hospice, palliative care, or oncology.
• Prior experience in hospital nursing, ICU, geriatrics, med-surg, ER, telemetry, or nursing homes.
• Exposure to end-of-life care, wound care, or admissions support.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct personal care to terminally ill patients.
• Assist with personal hygiene, grooming, and toileting.
• Support safe mobility, including use of walkers and wheelchairs.
• Help with meal preparation, feeding, and light housekeeping.
• Observe and report changes in patients’ physical or mental conditions.
• Offer emotional and psychological support to patients and families.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of visits.
• Attend team meetings and participate in Quality Improvement activities.
• Practice infection control and follow safety protocols.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Wellness programs and resources
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off
• FMLA, ADA, and other federal and state required leaves
• Short- and long-term disability
• HSA contribution
• Mileage reimbursement or fleet vehicle program
• Cell phone reimbursement for eligible roles
• Short-term incentive for eligible roles
• Tuition reimbursement and education support
• Career advancement opportunities
• National and local recognition programs
• Teammate Assistance Fund
• Seven paid holidays
• Free continuing education units
• Company-paid life and long-term disability insurance
• Voluntary benefits, including pet, critical illness, accident, and long-term care coverage

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed