Hospice Certified Nursing Assistant

Graham Healthcare Group • Hershey, PA

20h • 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 Hershey, Pennsylvania area. The role offers autonomy and meaningful patient relationships while supporting comfort, dignity, and quality of life. The CNA works independently while collaborating with an interdisciplinary team and receives support from a dedicated field education team and leadership.

The position is field-based and requires travel to patient homes within an assigned territory. Approximately 20% of the workday is spent driving to and from patient locations. The schedule is 40 hours per week.

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 compassionate, patient-centered care to hospice patients in their homes.
• Assist patients with activities of daily living (ADLs).
• Observe and report changes in patients’ conditions to support comfort and quality of life.
• Reinforce the care plan and support patients and caregivers, including helping them understand what to expect during the hospice journey.
• Offer emotional support to patients and caregivers.
• Respond promptly and attentively to patient needs.
• Accurately document care provided in the EMR.
• Travel to patient homes within the assigned territory.
• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team while working independently in the field.

Benefits

• 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 (PTO).
• Pension.
• 401(k).
• Paid parental leave.
• Up to 90% off degrees and certifications through the Purdue University partnership.
• Field education support from Day 1.
• Leadership mentoring and career-growth support.

What This Job Offers

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