CNA-Hospice House (Days)

Empath Health; Sarasota (FL); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Benefits & wellness

5+ weeks PTO

Tuition reimbursement

Career advancement

Job summary

Tidewell Hospice, part of Empath Health, is seeking a caring CNA to support patients at our Hospice House in Sarasota. The role involves adhering to the Hospice Aide Plan of Care, assisting with daily living tasks, and communicating with the nursing team.

Candidates should have a Florida CNA license, a valid driver's license, and 1–3 years of experience, preferably in long-term care. Join a mission-driven team delivering Full Life Care in southwest Florida.

Qualifications

• Valid Florida Board of Nursing certification (CNA License) required.
• One to Three Years of training and/or experience; long term care experience preferred.
• Must have and maintain a valid Florida Driver’s License where required by assignment.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with basic nursing care and daily living activities.
• Follow Hospice Aide Plan of Care under supervision of a registered nurse.
• Recognize and report unusual conditions or behavior to the nurse or supervisor.
• Maintain confidentiality and uphold the hospice care standards at all times.

Skills

CNA Certification

Driver's License

Education

Florida CNA License

Job description

Tidewell Hospice , a part of Empath Health is seeking a caring and motivated CNA to work with us at our Hospice House in Sarasota while providing exceptional care on the following:

Schedule: Week 1:Tuesday, Wednesday, Saturday (8:00 AM to 8:30 PM) Week 2:Sunday, Thursday, Friday (8:00 AM to 8:30 PM)

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.

What You’ll Do

• 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

• Valid Florida Board of Nursing certification (CNA License).
• Valid Florida State Driver’s License This is only required if colleague chooses driving herself/himself as mode of transportation when reassigned to work at another facility. This is not a requirement if the colleague chooses an alternative means of transportation when reassigned to another facility based on business needs. Regardless of the mode chosen, both are at the colleague’s own expense, with the exception of mileage reimbursement eligibility when traveling between facilities while on company time.
• One to Three Years of training and/or experience required. One year of experience in a long term care facility strongly 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.

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.