Hospice Certified Nursing Assistant - Hospice Aide
About The Position
Join us to make a difference when life matters most Are you a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) with Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) experience who thrives on building relationships and making a difference in the lives of seniors? At Gentiva Hospice, we believe every day is an opportunity to bring comfort, dignity, and peace to patients and families. We’re currently seeking a compassionate, dependable CNA to serve patients in Skilled Nursing Facilities throughout the San Antonio area—while also serving as a liaison between Gentiva and facility staff to ensure quality, coordinated care. This unique role is ideal for a CNA who enjoys hands-on care and the opportunity to collaborate with facility teams, advocate for patients, and represent hospice services in a professional, positive way. What You’ll Do: Provide personal care and support to patients residing in SNFs Assist with daily activities including hygiene, grooming, mobility, and comfort needs Observe and report changes in patients’ conditions to the care team Build strong, trusting relationships with facility staff, residents, and families Support facilities in coordinating hospice services and care plans Represent Gentiva Hospice at facility meetings and help educate staff about hospice philosophy Maintain timely, accurate documentation and uphold safety standards
Requirements
- Current CNA certification (Texas) with experience in Skilled Nursing Facilities
- Compassion, professionalism, and strong interpersonal skills
- Ability to collaborate effectively with both facility staff and hospice team members
- Reliable transportation for travel to assigned facilities
Nice To Haves
- Prior experience in hospice or palliative care a plus, but not required
- 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 personal care and support to patients residing in SNFs
- Assist with daily activities including hygiene, grooming, mobility, and comfort needs
- Observe and report changes in patients’ conditions to the care team
- Build strong, trusting relationships with facility staff, residents, and families
- Support facilities in coordinating hospice services and care plans
- Represent Gentiva Hospice at facility meetings and help educate staff about hospice philosophy
- Maintain timely, accurate documentation and uphold safety standards
Benefits
- Competitive Pay
- 401(k) with Company Match
- Career Advancement Opportunities
- National & Local Recognition Programs
- Teammate Assistance Fund
- Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
- Mileage Reimbursement or Fleet Vehicle Program
- Generous Paid Time Off + 7 Paid Holidays
- Wellness Programs (Telemedicine, Diabetes Management, Joint & Spine Concierge Care)
- Education Support & Tuition Assistance (ASN to BSN, BSN to MSN)
- Free Continuing Education Units (CEUs)
- Company-paid Life & Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Voluntary Benefits (Pet, Critical Illness, Accident, LTC)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
