CNA CERTIFIED NURSING ASSIST FACILITY

Delaware Hospice; Milford (DE); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Delaware Hospice in Milford, DE is seeking a compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) to provide direct patient care in long-term care and hospice settings. You will support comfort, dignity, and quality of life under the supervision of the hospice team.

Responsibilities include personal care, mobility assistance, accurate documentation, and collaboration with nurses and facility staff to ensure continuity of care across assigned facilities in Delaware Hospice’s service area.

Qualifications

• Current Delaware CNA certification in good standing; PA CNA if based in New Castle County.
• Minimum of one year of CNA experience in hospice, long‑term care, or related healthcare setting preferred.
• Ability to work independently within facility environments while maintaining strong communication with the hospice team.
• Reliable transportation to travel between assigned facilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care services including bathing, grooming, oral hygiene, dressing, toileting, and repositioning per care plan.
• Assist with mobility, transfers, and safe ambulation; lift up to 50 lbs as needed.
• Observe and report changes in patient condition to the RN Case Manager and facility staff.
• Maintain infection control, safety, and confidentiality standards and document care accurately.

Skills

CNA certification

Hospice experience

Independent work

Communication skills

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Milford, DE 19963

Job Summary

The Facility Based Hospice Services Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) provides high‑quality hospice care to patients residing in long‑term care facilities, assisted living communities, and skilled nursing facilities. The CNA functions as an integral member of the interdisciplinary hospice team and delivers personal care services that support comfort, dignity, and quality of life for patients with life‑limiting illnesses. This position requires professionalism, clinical competence, and the ability to collaborate effectively with both Delaware Hospice staff and facility personnel.

Responsibilitieswhat you do –

Patient Care

• Provide personal care services including bathing, grooming, oral hygiene, dressing, toileting, and repositioning in accordance with the established plan of care.
• Assist with mobility, transfers, and safe ambulation as appropriate.
• Ability to bend, squat, driving for extended periods of time, lift and turn patients, able to lift a minimum of 50 lbs
• Observe and report changes in patient condition, behavior, or needs to the assigned hospice Registered Nurse (RN) and facility staff.
• Support comfort-focused interventions such as skin care, pressure injury prevention, and non‑pharmacologic symptom relief measures.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and therapeutic environment for patients.

Interdisciplinary Collaboration

• Coordinate care with facility staff to ensure continuity and adherence to the hospice plan of care.
• Communicate promptly and professionally with the hospice RN Case Manager regarding patient status and care needs.
• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings and case discussions as requested.
• Foster positive working relationships with facility partners, patients, and families.

Documentation and Compliance

• Accurately document all care provided in accordance with Delaware Hospice policies, regulatory requirements, and facility protocols.
• Adhere to all infection control, safety, and confidentiality standards.
• Maintain compliance with state and federal regulations governing hospice and CNA practice.

Professional Conduct

• Demonstrate respect for patient rights, cultural values, and end‑of‑life preferences.
• Uphold the mission, values, and ethical standards of Delaware Hospice.
• Maintain professional boundaries and conduct at all times.

Qualifications

• Current Delaware Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification in good standing. Certified Nursing Assistants based out of New Castle County will be required to have Pennsylvania Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification in good standing
• Minimum of one year of CNA experience in hospice, long‑term care, or a related healthcare setting preferred.
• Ability to work independently within facility environments while maintaining strong communication with the hospice team.
• Reliable transportation to travel between assigned facilities.
• Demonstrated compassion, professionalism, and commitment to hospice philosophy.
• Provides care within contracted facilities across Delaware Hospice’s service area.
• Must be able to lift and turn patients as needed in the normal course of patient care, following industry standards and guidelines for safety and correct ergonomic practices.
• Employees involved in patient care may be exposed to blood, body tissue and fluids regularly and are expected to follow all health care industry safety guidelines indicated in our procedures manual.