Compassionate Hospice Aide | CNA Caregiver

St. Croix Hospice; Ankeny (IA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Croix Hospice in Ankeny, IA is seeking a compassionate Hospice Aide (CNA) to join our home-based care team. You will provide direct patient care, assist with daily activities, monitor conditions, and support families, under the supervision of an RN Case Manager.

This role emphasizes dignity, comfort, and quality of life for patients at end of life. A valid CNA license, 18+, and reliable transportation are required.

Qualifications

• Must have an active Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) license in the state of practice.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Ability to pass background check and drug screen.
• Valid state driver's license and reliable transportation are required.
• Physical ability to assist with lifting up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct personal care: bathing, dressing, oral hygiene, and linen changes.
• Assist with mobility, transfers, and light exercise as directed.
• Support meals and feeding; assist with light housekeeping tasks.
• Monitor patient condition and report changes to RN Case Manager.
• Maintain patient environment in a clean, safe, and HIPAA-compliant manner.

Skills

CNA

Patient care

HIPAA compliance

Job description

St. Croix Hospice in Ankeny, IA is seeking a compassionate Hospice Aide (CNA) to join our home-based care team. You will provide direct patient care, assist with daily activities, monitor conditions, and support families, under the supervision of an RN Case Manager.

This role emphasizes dignity, comfort, and quality of life for patients at end of life. A valid CNA license, 18+, and reliable transportation are required.