CNA / Certified Nursing Assistant - Hospice Aide

Spring Valley Hospice; Tupelo (MS); On-site; USD 27,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision

HSA & FSA

Tuition discounts

401(k) with match

PTO

Mileage reimbursement

Wellness programs & discounts

Benefits may vary by employment status

Job summary

Spring Valley Hospice in Tupelo, MS, is seeking a dedicated Hospice CNA to join our team. You will provide 1:1 care, monitor patients, assist with mobility, and support families in a compassionate hospice setting.

Responsibilities include personal care, medication assistance, documentation, and collaboration with the interdisciplinary team. Must have CPR cert, be 18+, and have prior personal care experience.

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 must be from classroom prior to 16 hours of practical training.
• Possess and maintain CPR certification.
• Ability to read and follow written instructions and document care given.
• Understands hospice philosophy and 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.

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.

Skills

CPR certification

Six months personal care experience

Communication skills

Read and follow instructions

Work with minimal supervision

Hospice care understanding

Organizational skills

18+ years of age

Emotional resilience

Documentation

Job description

Our Company

Spring Valley Hospice

Overview

Office Location: Tupelo, MS

Schedule: Monday-Friday from 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Are you a CNA looking for a new opportunity? Spring Valley Hospice is seeking a passionate, dedicated Hospice CNA to join our team inTupelo, MS . 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.

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
• Understands 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

About Our Line Of Business

Spring Valley Hospice, an affiliate of Adoration Health, focuses on providing hospice care to local patients and their families living. We concentrate on managing a patient’s pain and other symptoms first and foremost, while also providing emotional and spiritual support to the family. The holistic care approach to providing hospice services by the entire care team sets Spring Valley Hospice apart. We believe the quality of life to be as important as length of life. Spring Valley Hospice offers routine home care, respite, general inpatient care, and continuous care. For more information, please visit www.springvalleyhospice.com . Follow us on Facebook and LinkedIn .