Certified Nurse Aide - Hospice CNA

Good-Samaritan-Hospice; Christiansburg (VA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

21 days PTO

Mileage reimbursement

Life insurance

Long-term disability insurance

ICHRA medical coverage

401(k) match

Job summary

Good Samaritan Hospice is seeking a compassionate Hospice Certified Nurse Aide to support patients and families at home and in facilities. You will provide personal care, emotional support, and help maintain comfort and dignity during end-of-life care.

The role emphasizes teamwork with an interdisciplinary group, accurate EMR documentation, and participation in weekend/holiday on-call shifts. Virginia CNA licensure and an accredited CNA program are required.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Nurse Aide program with Virginia CNA licensure.
• Minimum 1 year of experience preferred in home health, hospice or long-term care.
• Strong communication, interpersonal and teamwork skills.
• Compassionate, patient-centered and emotionally resilient; able to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and assistance with activities of daily living.
• Offer emotional support and companionship to patients and families.
• Assist with bathing, grooming, oral care, dressing, feeding and mobility.
• Monitor comfort and report changes to the primary nurse.
• Support safe patient transfers and mobility assistance.
• Set up and maintain patient living spaces and supplies.
• Document care activities accurately in the EMR.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team on individualized care plans.
• Participate in weekend and holiday on-call rotations as needed.

Skills

Compassionate

Communication

Teamwork

Emotional resilience

Independence

Education

Accredited Nurse Aide program

Virginia CNA licensure

Tools

Electronic Medical Records (EMR)

Job description

At Good Samaritan Hospice, we consider it a sacred honor to walk with individuals and families through the end-of-life journey. We are seeking a compassionate, dependable, and patient-centered Hospice Certified Nurse Aide to join our team. This role is ideal for someone who finds meaning in providing comfort, dignity, and support during some of life’s most important moments.

As a Hospice Certified Nurse Aide, you become a steady and caring presence for patients and families, helping ensure comfort, connection, and quality of life wherever patients call home.

If you are looking for meaningful work where your compassion truly matters and your care makes a lasting impact, this may be the perfect fit.

Why you will love working at Good Sam

Your work has deep meaning. As a Hospice Nurse Aide, your kindness, compassion, and support bring comfort and dignity to patients and families during a vulnerable time.

You are part of a mission-driven team. Join a supportive interdisciplinary team that values empathy, teamwork, and compassionate care.

You are recognized and valued. We appreciate the emotional strength, dedication, and heart it takes to serve patients in hospice care.

You build meaningful connections. Your presence provides reassurance, companionship, and comfort to patients and loved ones every day.

What you will do as a Hospice Certified Nurse Aide:

• Provide compassionate personal care and assistance with activities of daily living
• Offer emotional support and companionship to patients and families
• Assist with bathing, grooming, oral care, dressing, feeding, and mobility
• Monitor patient comfort and report changes in condition to the primary nurse
• Support safe patient transfers and mobility assistance
• Assist with changing linens, maintaining patient living spaces, and organizing supplies
• Set up and maintain medical equipment including hospital beds and wheelchairs
• Document patient care activities accurately in the electronic medical record
• Collaborate closely with the interdisciplinary team to support individualized care plans
• Participate in weekend and holiday on-call rotations as needed

What we are looking for:

• Graduate of an accredited Nurse Aide program with current Virginia CNA licensure
• Minimum of 1 year of experience preferred (home health, hospice, or long-term care experience preferred)
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and teamwork skills
• Compassionate, patient-centered, and emotionally resilient
• Comfort working independently in home and facility settings
• Experience with electronic medical records preferred
• Valid Virginia driver’s license, reliable transportation, and acceptable driving record

Schedule & Compensation:

Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:30am - 5:00pm with rotating weekend and holiday on-call responsibilities

Location: Serving patients throughout the Good Samaritan Hospice NRV service area including homes, facilities, and hospitals

Benefits: 21 days PTO in your first year, mileage reimbursement at $.65/mile, company-paid life and long-term disability insurance, medical coverage through an ICHRA model with multiple plan options, and 401(k) with company match (100% on first 3%, 50% on next 1%)

Hourly Rate: Starting at $18/hour

Find your purpose here

If you are compassionate, dependable, and looking for work that truly matters, we would love to hear from you. At Good Samaritan, you will be part of a team that cares deeply, for patients, families, our community, and one another.