Hospice Certified Nursing Assistant - Hospice Aide

Gentiva; Greater London; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in hospice and home care is seeking a compassionate Hospice Aide/CNA to provide essential personal care and support to patients in their homes. This full-time position offers competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth, ensuring dignity and comfort for those in need.

Benefits

Competitive Pay

Generous Paid Time Off

401(k) with company matching contributions

Free Continuing Education Units

Tuition Reimbursement

Qualifications

• Six months of patient care experience in hospice, home health, ICU, geriatric, or oncology preferred.
• Current CPR certification.
• Current driver's license and automobile insurance.

Responsibilities

• Help the patient to maintain good personal hygiene.
• Assist in maintaining a safe and healthy environment.
• Provide basic emotional and psychological support to the patient and household members.

Skills

Compassion

Empathy

Flexibility

Education

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) license

Job description

Our Company

New Century Hospice, part of the Gentiva family of hospice, home health, palliative, and community care providers, focuses on clinical excellence with compassion and dignity. Our company culture centers around humility, servant leadership, empathy, and innovation while we serve as a leader in the home care industry. Our people and our patient care allow us to make a difference when life matters most. We are passionate about what we do because our care matters.

Overview

Join us to make a difference when life matters most

We believe every day is an opportunity to make care more personal and life more comfortable. That’s why we offer personal care, palliative care, and hospice to give people the care they need with dignity, grace, and love.

As a Full-Time Hospice Aide, you will be eligible for:

• Competitive Pay
• Medical, Dental, Vision Plans
• Wellness Program and Resources including:
  • A dedicated Accolade Care Coordinator for personalized care management support of all your healthcare needs
  • Telemedicine Program
  • Type 2 Diabetes Management Program via Virta Health
  • A complete Joint and Spine Program with concierge services via Nimble Orthopedics
• Generous Paid Time Off (plan increases with tenure) and 7 paid holidays
• Pre-tax FSA and HSA plans (HSA w/company contributions)
• 401(k) with company matching contributions
• Career growth opportunities available at both the branch and corporate levels
• One-on-One Onboarding Program with a Nurse Preceptor
• Free Continuing Education Units
• Tuition Program that includes:
  • Access to 280+ programs at 25+ learning partners
  • Online classes with flexible start dates
  • Tuition reimbursement
• Company paid life and long-term disability insurance
• Voluntary long-term care, critical illness, accident insurance, and pet insurance
• Local and national award programs
• Referral bonus program
• Mileage reimbursement or Fleet Program
• Financial assistance program supporting teammates in times of need

As a Hospice Aide/Certified Nursing Assistant, you will:

• Report directly to the Administrator, Executive Director, or Patient Care Manager and function under the supervision of the Registered Nurse and/or Clinical Supervisor.
• Help the patient to maintain good personal hygiene.
• Assist in maintaining a safe and healthy environment.
• Prepare and serve light meals.
• Assist in feeding patients when needed.
• Assist the patient in ambulation.
• Assist with the safe use of a walker or wheelchair as taught and supervised by the nurse.
• Assist with light housekeeping tasks such as emptying trash and changing linens.
• Assist with certain treatments as ordered on the aide plan of care and as allowable in state-specific regulations.
• Attempt to promote patient’s mental alertness through involvement in activities of interest.
• Provide basic emotional and psychological support to the patient and household members.
• Report any change in the patient’s mental or physical condition or home situation to the Registered Nurse and team members.
• Demonstrate basic care to the primary caregiver.
• Practice infection control measures and standard precautions.
• Provide accurate documentation with visit itineraries.
• Attend staff meetings.
• Participate in at least one Quality Improvement activity yearly, as assigned by supervisor.
• Complete documentation in a timely manner as outlined in orientation.

About You

Hospice Aide/CNA Requirements:

• Compassionate, kind, and empathetic to patients and families.
• Comfortable providing care wherever the patient calls “home”.
• Demonstrate flexibility and composure in supporting others during crises.
• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) license.
• Six (6) months of patient care experience in hospice, home health, ICU, geriatric, or oncology preferred.
• Additional experience in hospital settings or emergency care is a plus.
• Current driver’s license and automobile insurance.
• Current CPR certification.

Gentiva is a family of industry-leading hospice, palliative, and personal care providers with over 430 locations across 36 states, committed to compassionate care for those in need. Our headquarters is in Atlanta, Georgia.

Members include Gentiva Hospice, Hospice Plus, Kindred Hospice, and others.

Keywords: Home Health Aide, CNA, Hospice Aide, Weekly Pay, etc.

We Offer

• Comprehensive Benefits: Health Insurance, 401k, Tuition Reimbursement, PTO
• Participation in Fleet Program
• Competitive Salaries
• Mileage Reimbursement
• Opportunities for Professional Growth

Legalese

• This is a safety-sensitive position.
• Employee must meet minimum requirements to be eligible for benefits.
• State-specific requirements may apply.
• We are an EEO employer and maintain a drug-free workplace.

Location

New Century Hospice