CNA Field - Full time

Empath Health; Lakeland (FL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Retirement plan with company match

Paid time off 5+ weeks

CEU support and tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Empath Health is seeking a compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant to support hospice patients in the Polk, Hardee, and surrounding areas. You will assist with basic care, vital signs, and daily living activities while collaborating with nursing staff.

Ideal candidates hold Florida CNA certification and CPR, with one year of hospice or acute-care experience preferred. Competitive pay and generous paid time off accompany the role.

Qualifications

• Florida CNA certification required.
• Current CPR certification required.
• One year of recent hospice, home health, or acute-care experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide overall care for patients, including basic personal care and aiding with daily living tasks.
• Educate patients and caregivers on personal care, positioning, and daily activities.
• Support mission and values through consistent care delivery.

Skills

Patient care

Vital signs monitoring

Compassionate care

Education

Florida State Certification as a Certified Nursing Assistant

CPR certification

Job description

Since 1980, Tidewell Hospice has proudly served families across southwest Florida with compassionate, dignified care. As a member of Empath Health, we help patients with advanced illness live meaningfully while supporting their families with warmth, expertise, and respect.

Schedule & Location

M-F 8a-5p; Homes & Facilities in the Polk, Hardee, Highlands area

What You’ll Do

• Overall care of the patient, from basic personal care like taking vital signs and bathing to household tasks that assist the primary caregiver.
• Educating the patient and primary caregiver about personal care, patient positioning and daily living.
• Supports and carries out the organization’s mission, vision, and values on a consistent basis.
• Performs only those personal care/home maintenance activities contained in a written assignment (Hospice Aide Plan of Care) by a health professional employee.
• Recognizes and reports unusual conditions, incidents or behavior of a patient and/or patient/family interaction to the patient’s nurse or supervisory nurse.
• Recognizes the role of the Hospice Aide and works within that scope of practice at all times.
• Maintains utmost respect for confidentiality in care of the patient/family.

Why Join Empath Health?

• Earn Competitive Pay: Your skills and contributions are recognized and rewarded.
• Benefits & Wellness: Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement with company match, plus wellness programs to support your mind and body.
• Industry-Leading PTO: 5+ weeks to rest, recharge, and live your Full Life.
• Grow Your Career: CEU support, tuition reimbursement, and advancement opportunities.
• Make a Difference: Join a mission-driven team dedicated to kindness, compassion, and Full Life Care for All.

What You’ll Need

• Applicants must have Florida State Certification as a Certified Nursing Assistant
• Current CPR certification is required
• One year of recent experience in hospice, home health or acute-care setting is preferred

What You’ll Find At Empath Health

Unified in empathy, we serve our communities through extraordinary Full Life Care for All. Empath Health is a not-for-profit healthcare organization providing Full Life Care through a connected network of services across Florida, including hospice, home health, grief care, geriatric primary care, elder care (PACE), HIV and sexual health (EPIC), and dementia support. Full Life Care means caring for the whole person, body, mind, and spirit, with empathy and dignity. Our care goes beyond medicine to help people feel seen, supported, and valued at every stage of life. At Empath Health, you’ll find purpose, partnership, and possibility in a culture where compassion drives excellence and every team member helps make life’s journey more meaningful.