CNA | Certified Nursing Assistant | Hospice House | PRN

MIDLAND CARE CONNECTION INC•Topeka, KS

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Midland Care Connection is a not for profit, community based organization dedicated to helping older adults and seriously ill individuals stay independent and supported in their homes. Established in 1978, we offer a full continuum of care, including hospice, palliative care, home health, grief and loss counseling, and our signature PACE (Program of All Inclusive Care for the Elderly) program. Our mission centers on "meeting individual needs through innovative care solutions," and we serve people across multiple counties in northeast Kansas. Hospice House is a peaceful, 12 bed, in patient facility dedicated to providing compassionate, end of life care when a home setting is no longer feasible. Here, patients receive around the clock, skilled hospice care from a multidisciplinary team—nurses, social workers, chaplains, and other specialists—focused on managing pain and symptoms with dignity and respect. The environment is designed to feel like home, offering comfort not just to the patients but also to their loved ones, providing space for visitation, emotional support, and moments of peace in the final chapter of life.

Requirements

Active CNA certification in Kansas
High school diploma or GED
Ability to perform hands-on care (bathing, dressing, toileting, mobility)
Basic knowledge of infection control, safety, and patient rights
Ability to observe, document, and report patient changes
Physical ability to lift, bend, and stand for long periods
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Compassionate, patient-centered attitude
Comfort with end-of-life care
Ability to handle emotional situations (death and grieving families)
Calm, respectful, compassion-focused approach
Ability to pass background checks and health screenings

Nice To Haves

Experience with older adults, chronic illness, or end-of-life care
Background in hospice, home health, or palliative care
Experience working on a care team (nurses, social workers, etc.)
Familiarity with meal prep, light housekeeping, or caregiving support

Responsibilities

Provides hands on care focused on comfort and dignity for patients at the end of life.
Daily tasks include bathing, dressing, feeding, repositioning, and toileting, along with monitoring patients and reporting changes to nurses.
Unlike hospital work, the role centers on comfort rather than treatment, often involving emotional support for both patients and their families.
CNAs work closely with the hospice care team in a calm, supportive environment, making the job both meaningful and emotionally demanding.