Hospice Certified Nursing Assistant, CNA

Graham Healthcare Group • Wheeling, IL

7d • Onsite

About The Position

Residential Home Health and Hospice is hiring a Certified Nursing Assistant for a hospice position providing care to patients in their homes in the Wheeling, Illinois area. The role involves delivering compassionate, patient-centered care focused on comfort, dignity, and quality of life, while collaborating with an interdisciplinary team. The CNA works independently in the field while receiving support from a dedicated field education team and leadership. The position is eligible for a $5,000 sign-on bonus.

Requirements

• Active Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certificate in the state where the employee works.
• High school diploma or certificate.
• At least one year of healthcare experience.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Ability to spend approximately 20% of the workday driving to and from patient locations.
• Successful completion of a drug screen prior to employment.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

• Hospice experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on care to hospice patients, assisting with activities of daily living (ADLs).
• Observe and report changes in patients’ conditions to support comfort and quality of life.
• Support and guide patients and caregivers by reinforcing the care plan, offering emotional support, and helping them understand what to expect during the hospice journey.
• Respond promptly and empathetically to patient needs.
• Accurately document care provided in the EMR.
• Travel to patient homes within the assigned territory.

Benefits

• $5,000 sign-on bonus.
• Pathway to Nursing Program offering up to $20,000 in student loan repayment for CNAs advancing to an LPN certificate after one year of employment.
• Medical insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• Pet insurance.
• Fleet Vehicle Program.
• Generous paid time off.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid parental leave.
• Up to 90% off degrees and certifications through the Purdue University partnership.
• Dedicated field education team supporting employees from Day 1.
• Leadership that listens, mentors, and champions employee growth.
• Collaborative culture where employees’ impact is recognized and feedback can shape improvement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED