Certified Hospice Aide

LEGACY HOSPICE INC; Overland Park (KS); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay and benefits package

Supportive team environment

Flexible schedules

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Legacy Hospice is seeking a dedicated Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) to provide compassionate in-home care to hospice patients in Overland Park, KS. You will support patients and families, assist with activities of daily living, and coordinate with RN Case Managers.

Minimum 1 year of CNA experience (hospice/home health preferred) and current BLS/CPR certification are required. A valid driver’s license and drug screening are part of the process.

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 insurance.
• Ability to work independently and compassionately in home settings.
• Excellent communication, professionalism, and time management skills.
• Pre-employment drug screening required, including marijuana.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care based on the care plan (bathing, grooming, feeding, dressing, toileting, etc.).
• Maintain patient comfort and safety in the home environment.
• Monitor and report changes in patient condition 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.

Education

CNA Certification

Approved CNA Program Graduate

Job description

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 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
• Flexible schedules and ongoing professional development
• A mission-driven company that values compassion, dignity, and integrity