CNA / Certified Nursing Assistant - Hospice Aide

Spring Valley Hospice • Olive Branch, MS

7d

About The Position

Spring Valley Hospice is seeking a dedicated Hospice CNA to provide dignity, comfort, and support to hospice patients and their families in Olive Branch, Mississippi. The role provides one-to-one personal care, monitors and reports changes in patient condition, offers companionship, and supports patients with daily activities. CNAs work independently with support from the hospice interdisciplinary team. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Spring Valley Hospice, an affiliate of Adoration Health, provides hospice care to local patients and families. Its holistic approach focuses on managing pain and other symptoms while providing emotional and spiritual support to families. Services include routine home care, respite, general inpatient care, and continuous care.

Requirements

• Meet the training requirements of the state of practice.
• At least 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 classroom hours must be completed before the required 16 hours of practical training.
• Possess and maintain current CPR certification.
• 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

• Assist patients with bathing, dressing, toileting, mobility, and repositioning.
• Observe patients and report changes in their condition.
• 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.
• Perform light housekeeping, including changing linens, assisting with meals, and maintaining 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.
• Job stability and regular advancement opportunities.

What This Job Offers

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