Compassionate CNA: Home Health & Hospice Aide + Benefits

Optimal Care; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mileage Reimbursement

Paid Time Off

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

HSA/FSA options

Company paid Short Term Disability

Company paid Life Insurance

401(k) with Employer Match

Pet Insurance

ID and Fraud Protection

Job summary

Optimal Care in Michigan seeks a Home Health or Hospice Aide to deliver compassionate, hands-on care in patients' homes, supporting comfort, dignity, and independence. You will travel within a defined service area and work with nurses and the care team to follow individualized plans.

Patients’ needs vary from routine daily activities to end-of-life comfort, requiring empathy, reliability, and strong English communication. Full-time, part-time, and per diem roles available with benefits.

Qualifications

• Must read and write in English
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions in English
• Hospice philosophy understanding; comfort with terminally ill care
• Empathy for needs of ill and elderly; calm home demeanor

Responsibilities

• Provide assistance with daily living activities (bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, oral hygiene, meal prep)
• Support patients in home, in facilities, or nursing homes within service area
• Collaborate with nurses and care team to follow individualized care plans
• Respond to changing patient needs and offer encouragement and comfort

Skills

English literacy

Compassionate care

Self-direction

Empathy

Education

CNA certification

75 hours classroom + 16 hours practicum

Job description

Optimal Care in Michigan seeks a Home Health or Hospice Aide to deliver compassionate, hands-on care in patients' homes, supporting comfort, dignity, and independence. You will travel within a defined service area and work with nurses and the care team to follow individualized plans.

Patients’ needs vary from routine daily activities to end-of-life comfort, requiring empathy, reliability, and strong English communication. Full-time, part-time, and per diem roles available with benefits.