Certified Hospice Aide

Legacy Hospice; Overland Park (KS); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mileage reimbursement

Competitive pay and benefits

Flexible schedules

Professional development

Job summary

Legacy Hospice is seeking a caring Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) to provide hands-on hospice support in patients' homes in Overland Park, KS. You will deliver personal care per care plans and work with an interdisciplinary team to ensure comfort and dignity at end-of-life.

Ideal candidates hold an active CNA, BLS/CPR, and prefer hospice/home health experience. A valid driver's license and reliable transportation are required; pre-employment drug screening is conducted.

Qualifications

• Active CNA certification in the state of employment.
• Graduate of an approved Certified Nursing Assistant program.
• Minimum 1 year of nursing assistant experience (hospice/home health preferred).
• Current BLS/CPR certification.
• Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and car insurance.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care per care plan (bathing, grooming, feeding, dressing, toileting).
• Maintain patient comfort and safety in home environments.
• Monitor and report changes to the RN Case Manager.
• Assist with transfers, mobility, and range-of-motion exercises.
• Educate and support families on patient care techniques.
• Document clinical notes accurately and on time.
• Participate in team meetings and quality improvement initiatives.

Skills

Communication

Time management

Compassionate care

Professionalism

Education

CNA certification

BLS/CPR certification

Job description

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) – Hospice Care

Location: Overland Park, KS
Job Type: Full-Time, Hourly

About Us

At Legacy Hospice, we are committed to providing compassionate end-of-life care that brings dignity, comfort, and peace to patients and families. We are seeking a caring and dependable Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) to join our interdisciplinary team and provide personal, hands-on support to hospice patients in their homes.

What You’ll Do

As a hospice CNA, you’ll play a vital role in helping patients and families through meaningful support, including:

• Providing personal care based on the individualized care plan (bathing, grooming, feeding, dressing, toileting, etc.)
• Maintaining patient comfort and safety in their home environment
• Monitoring and reporting changes in the patient's condition to the RN Case Manager
• Assisting with transfers, mobility, and range-of-motion exercises
• Educating and supporting families on patient care techniques
• Documenting clinical notes accurately and on time
• Participating in team meetings and quality improvement initiatives

Qualifications

• Active CNA certification in the state of employment
• Graduate of an approved Certified Nursing Assistant program
• Minimum 1 year of nursing assistant experience (hospice, home health, or community-based preferred)
• Current BLS/CPR certification
• Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and car insuranceValid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and car insurance
• Ability to work independently and compassionately in home settings
• Excellent communication, professionalism, and time management skills
• Please note: Legacy Hospice is a drug-free workplace. Pre-employment drug screening is required, including testing for marijuana.

What We Offer

• Make a lasting impact in patients’ lives during their most meaningful moments
• Competitive pay and benefits package
• Supportive and collaborative team environment
• Mileage reimbursement
• Flexible schedules and ongoing professional development
• A mission-driven company that values compassion, dignity, and integrity