Hospice Certified Nursing Assistant - Hospice Aide
Heartland Hospice•Buffalo Grove, IL
•$19 - $22
About The Position
Heartland Hospice, part of Gentiva, is seeking a dependable, empathetic, and attentive Hospice Aide to provide personal care and emotional support to terminally ill patients wherever they live, including private residences, assisted living facilities, and inpatient units. The role focuses on helping patients live safely and comfortably while preserving their dignity, and supporting patients and families through end-of-life care. The position is safety-sensitive and requires meeting applicable state-specific requirements.
Requirements
- Active CNA license in the state of employment (required).
- Current CPR certification (required).
- Driver’s license and reliable vehicle with insurance (required).
- Six months of direct patient care experience (required).
- Comfort working in home settings, hospice facilities, or long-term care environments.
- Demonstrated compassion, patience, and ability to handle emotional situations.
- Willingness to work independently and adapt to changing patient needs.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in home health, hospice, palliative care, or oncology.
- Prior work 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 direct personal care to terminally ill patients.
- Assist patients with personal hygiene, grooming, and toileting.
- Support safe mobility, including use of walkers and wheelchairs.
- Help with meal preparation, feeding, and light housekeeping.
- Observe and report changes in patients’ physical or mental conditions.
- Offer emotional and psychological support to patients and families.
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation of visits.
- Attend team meetings and participate in Quality Improvement activities.
- Practice infection control and follow safety protocols.
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Wellness program and resources
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid time off
- FMLA, ADA, and other applicable federal and state required leaves
- Short- and long-term disability
- HSA contribution
- Mileage reimbursement or fleet vehicle program
- Cell phone reimbursement for eligible roles
- Short-term incentive for eligible roles
- Tuition reimbursement and education support
- Career advancement opportunities
- National and local recognition programs
- Teammate Assistance Fund
- Seven paid holidays
- Telemedicine, diabetes management, and joint and spine concierge care
- Free continuing education units (CEUs)
- Company-paid life insurance
- Voluntary pet, critical illness, accident, and long-term care benefits
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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