Certified Nursing Assistant, CNA
About The Position
Gentiva is seeking a dependable, empathetic, and attentive Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) 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 and comfortably while preserving their dignity during end-of-life care. This is a PRN position with a flexible schedule. The CNA provides direct personal care, supports patients and families, observes and documents changes in condition, and follows infection-control and safety protocols. The stated salary range is $21.00–$23.50 per hour; compensation may vary based on factors including location, experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, and department equity.
Requirements
- Active CNA license in the state of employment.
- Current CPR certification.
- Driver’s license and reliable vehicle with insurance.
- Six months of direct patient care experience.
- Comfort working in home settings, hospice facilities, or long-term care environments.
- Demonstrated compassion, 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 roles 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 condition.
- Offer emotional and psychological support to patients and families.
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation of visits.
- Attend team meetings and participate in Quality Improvement (QI) activities.
- Practice infection control and follow safety protocols at all times.
Benefits
- Competitive pay.
- 401(k) with company match.
- Career advancement opportunities.
- National and local recognition programs.
- Teammate Assistance Fund.
- Full-time associates may receive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- Full-time associates may receive mileage reimbursement or access to a fleet vehicle program.
- Full-time associates may receive generous paid time off and seven paid holidays.
- Full-time associates may receive wellness programs, including telemedicine, diabetes management, and joint and spine concierge care.
- Full-time associates may receive education support and tuition assistance.
- Full-time associates may receive free continuing education units (CEUs).
- Full-time associates may receive company-paid life and long-term disability insurance.
- Voluntary benefits include pet, critical illness, accident, and long-term care coverage.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
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