CNA / Certified Nursing Assistant - Hospice Aide

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Tuition discounts and reimbursement

Generous PTO

Job summary

BrightSpring Health Services is looking for a passionate Hospice CNA to join our team in Palatka, FL. This role involves providing dignity, comfort, and support to patients during critical times.

As a Hospice CNA, you will be responsible for personal care, monitoring patient conditions, and offering emotional support while working independently with team support. We offer competitive benefits and a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of six months experience in providing personal care.
• Ability to handle death and provide specialized care to terminally ill patients.
• Strong organizational and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care such as bathing, dressing, and toileting.
• Assist with ambulation and transfers safely.
• Observe and report changes in patient's condition.

Skills

Personal Care

Monitoring and Reporting

Mobility Assistance

Emotional Support

Communication Skills

Education

Minimum 75 hours of classroom and practical training

Current CPR certification

Job description

Overview

Office Location: 6400 St. Johns Avenue Palatka, FL 32177 Coverage area: Palatka Care Center

Schedule: 7a-7p

Are you a CNA looking for a new opportunity? Haven Hospice is seeking a passionate, dedicated Hospice CNA to join our team in Palatka, FL. Our hospice CNAs provide dignity, comfort, and support at a critical time in people’s lives. If you’re ready to work in a supportive, fulling 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

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
• Mileage reimbursement
• 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

Responsibilities

• 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

Qualifications

• Meet the training requirements of the state of practice
• Minimum of six months experience including providing personal care
• Must be 18+ years of age
• Complete a minimum of 75 hours of classroom and supervised practical training, 16 of the 75 hours of classroom must be complete prior to a mandatory 16 hours of practical training
• Possess and maintain current CPR certification
• Ability to read and follow written instructions and document care given
• Understand hospice philosophy, comfortable providing specialized care to the terminally ill
• Ability to work with little direct supervision
• Ability to handle death/dying
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Good organizational skills

Additional Job Information

This position is subject to a level 2 background screening. For more information on the Florida state background screening process and standards, please access and review the Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse.