CNA / Certified Nursing Assistant - Hospice Aide

BrightSpring Health Services; Jasper (AL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a passionate Hospice CNA to join their team in Decatur, AL. In this role, you will provide essential personal care and emotional support to patients, ensuring dignity and comfort during critical times. The position offers flexibility, stability, and opportunities for advancement within a supportive environment.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Generous PTO

Tuition discounts & reimbursement

Access to wellness programs

Qualifications

• Minimum of six months experience providing personal care.
• Ability to read and follow written instructions.

Responsibilities

• Help with bathing, dressing, and mobility.
• Observe and report changes in patient’s condition.
• Assist with medication and provide emotional support.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Empathy

Education

75 hours of classroom and supervised practical training

Job description

Our Company

Hospice of North Alabama

Overview

Office Location: Decatur, AL
Coverage area:

Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8am - 5pm

Are you a CNA looking for a new opportunity? Hospice of North Alabama is seeking a passionate, dedicated Hospice CNA to join our team in Decatur, AL. Our hospice CNAs provide dignity, comfort, and support during a critical time in people’s lives. If you’re ready to work in a supportive, fulfilling environment where your skills and empathy truly shine, apply today!

How YOU will benefit

• Provide 1:1 care to make a lasting impact on patients and families
• Greater work/life balance with flexible scheduling options
• Less time on your feet compared to other settings
• Ability to work independently while also having team support
• Job stability and regular advancement opportunities with a growing company

As a Hospice CNA You Will:

• Personal Care: Help with bathing, dressing, toileting, mobility, and repositioning
• Monitor & Report: Observe and report changes in the patient’s condition
• Mobility: Assist with ambulation, transfers, ROM exercises, and safe equipment use
• Medication Assistance: Help with self-administered medications per state regulations
• Emotional Support: Offer companionship and comfort to patients and families
• Light Housekeeping: Change linens, assist with meals, and maintain a clean space
• Documentation: Maintain accurate and timely documentation
• Team Participation: Collaborate with hospice interdisciplinary team

Benefits and Perks for You!

• Medical, Dental, Vision insurance
• Health Savings & Flexible Spending Accounts (up to $5,000 for childcare)
• Tuition discounts & reimbursement
• 401(k) with company match
• Generous PTO
• Access to wellness and discount programs such as Noom, SkinIO (Virtual Skin Cancer Screening), childcare, gym memberships, pet insurance, travel and entertainment discounts, and more!

*Benefits may vary by employment status

Qualifications

• Meets the training requirements of the state
• Completed a minimum of 75 hours of classroom and supervised practical training (16 hours of classroom must be completed prior to a mandatory 16 hours of practical training)
• Minimum of six months experience including providing personal care
• At least 18 years of age
• Ability to read and follow written instructions and document care given
• Understands hospice philosophy, comfortable providing care to the terminally ill
• Satisfactory references from previous employers
• Ability to work with little direct supervision
• Comfortable with issues of death/dying
• Provides a calm manner when in a patient’s home
• Possesses and maintains current CPR certification
• Demonstrates tact, patience, and good personal hygiene
• Successfully completes a probationary period to ensure competence, documented by supervisor and employee
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Good organizational skills

About our Line of Business

At Hospice of North Alabama, our primary goal is to provide first-class care in the most serene environment possible: the patient's home. We offer a full spectrum of hospice services, tailored to individual needs. As an affiliate of BrightSpring Health Services, we are committed to exceptional patient care and supporting our leadership and teams. We are proud of our expert clinicians and caregivers. We believe you will find purpose, meaning, and a chance to make a positive impact from day one. For more information, visit www.hospiceofnorthalabama.com. Follow us on Facebook and LinkedIn.