CNA / Certified Nursing Assistant - Hospice Aide

Hospice of North Alabama • Decatur, AL

12d

About The Position

Hospice of North Alabama is seeking a dedicated Hospice CNA to provide compassionate care and support to patients and families in a hospice setting. The role serves the Morgan County coverage area, with an office location in Cullman, Alabama, and is scheduled Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Hospice CNAs provide personal care, comfort, and companionship to patients, helping preserve dignity during a critical time in their lives. The position involves working independently with support from the hospice team and providing care in patients’ homes.

Requirements

• Meet the training requirements of the state of practice.
• Have a minimum of six months of experience, including providing personal care.
• Be at least 18 years of age.
• Complete at least 75 hours of classroom and supervised practical training; 16 of the 75 classroom hours must be completed before the required 16 hours of practical training.
• Possess and maintain current CPR certification in states where required.
• Be able to read and follow written instructions and document care provided.
• Understand hospice philosophy and be comfortable providing specialized care to terminally ill patients.
• Be able to work with little direct supervision.
• Be able to handle death and dying.
• Have strong oral and written communication skills.
• Have good organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Help patients with bathing, dressing, toileting, mobility, and repositioning.
• Observe and report changes in patients’ conditions.
• Assist with ambulation, transfers, range-of-motion exercises, and safe equipment use.
• Assist with self-administered medications in accordance with state regulations.
• Provide companionship and emotional comfort to patients and families.
• Change linens, assist with meals, and help maintain a clean space.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation.
• Collaborate with the hospice interdisciplinary team.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts, including up to $5,000 for childcare.
• Tuition discounts and reimbursement.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Generous paid time off.
• Mileage reimbursement.
• Access to wellness and discount programs, including Noom, SkinIO virtual skin cancer screening, childcare, gym memberships, pet insurance, and travel and entertainment discounts.
• Flexible scheduling options.

What This Job Offers

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