Hospice Certified Nursing Assistant - Hospice Aide

Hospice Plus • Dallas, TX

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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 Dallas 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 About You Qualifications – What You’ll Bring: 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 Prior experience in hospice or palliative care a plus, but not required Preferred Background (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 We Offer Benefits for All Hospice Associates (Full-Time & Per Diem): Competitive Pay 401(k) with Company Match Career Advancement Opportunities National & Local Recognition Programs Teammate Assistance Fund Additional Full-Time Benefits: 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) Ready to Make a Difference in Someone’s Daily Life? Apply now to become part of our Hospice Care team and help patients live safely, comfortably, and with dignity—at home. Legalese This is a safety-sensitive position Employee must meet minimum requirements to be eligible for benefits Where applicable, employee must meet state specific requirements We are proud to be an EEO employer We maintain a drug-free workplace keywords: Certified Nursing Assistant, Hospice CNA, Home Health Aide, Patient Care Assistant, PCA, Hospice Aide Jobs, CNA Jobs Near Me, Personal Care Aide, CNA Hospice Home Care Location Hospice Plus Our Company At Hospice Plus, part of Gentiva, it is our privilege to offer compassionate care in the comfort of wherever our patients call home. We are a national leader in hospice care, palliative care, home health care, and advanced illness management, with nearly 600 locations and thousands of dedicated clinicians across 38 states. Our place is by the side of those who need us – from helping people recover from illness, injury, or surgery in the comfort of their homes to guiding patients and their families through the physical, emotional, and spiritual effects of a serious illness or terminal diagnosis. Hospice care: Gentiva Hospice, Emerald Coast Hospice Care, Heartland Hospice, Hospice Plus, New Century Hospice, Regency SouthernCare, SouthernCare Hospice Services, SouthernCare New Beacon Palliative care: Empatia Palliative Care, Emerald Coast Palliative Care Home health care: Heartland Home Health Advanced illness management: Illumia Health With corporate headquarters in Atlanta, Georgia, and providers delivering care across the U.S., we are proud to offer rewarding careers in a collaborative environment where inspiring achievements are recognized – and kindness is celebrated.

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
• Prior experience in hospice or palliative care a plus, but not required

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 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)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees