Floating Hospice CNA

The Pennant Group; United States; On-site; USD 19,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) Match

Paid Time Off

Holiday Pay

Job summary

University of Tennessee Medical Center Hospice Services is seeking a Floating Hospice Aide – CNA to support patients in Morristown and surrounding communities. You will assist with ADLs, provide in-home care under RN supervision, and contribute to quality initiatives, with a focus on compassionate, patient-centered care.

The role requires a CNA certificate, CPR, a valid driver’s license, and reliable transportation. This on-site position involves travel across designated areas.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Current state CNA certification/registration.
• CNA experience within the last 2 years.
• CPR certification, a valid driver’s license, and reliable transportation.
• Must commute to multiple patient residences daily.
• Competency evaluation completed before patient care.
• TN training: 75 hours with 16 hours clinical prior to/within first 3 months.

Responsibilities

• Deliver patient care under RN supervision.
• Assist with activities of daily living.
• Perform household services to support home care.
• Report patient status after each patient encounter.
• Participate in QAPI/quality improvement processes.

Skills

CPR certification

Driver's license

Vehicle insurance

Reliable transportation

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

CNA certification/registration

75 hours CNA training (16 hours clinical)

Job description

Job Title: Float Hospice Aide – CNA

Job Type: Full-Time

Job Location: Morristown, TN

We are looking for a Floating Hospice Aide – CNA to join our University of Tennessee Hospice team. Come make a difference in the Morristown area and surrounding communities! At University of TN Medical Center Hospice Services our employees enjoy: Creating lasting connections with individuals and families across the community. Experiencing genuine appreciation and gratitude from those we serve. The confidence in having strong support, stability, and balance between work and life. Leadership development opportunities – we value internal advancement in areas of interest to our employees.

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Hospice Aide is responsible for delivering patient care services under the direction and supervision of a Registered Nurse, as outlined in the care plan. A few position highlights include: Report to the Executive Director or designee after each patient encounter regarding the patient's condition or environment and following the Care Management process as required. Assist with activities of daily living during each visit, including mobility, transfers, walking, grooming, bathing, dressing or undressing, eating, and toileting. Perform household services necessary for the patient's health care at home, helping to prevent or postpone institutionalization. Participating in the Quality Assessment & Performance Improvement (QAPI) process by identifying issues and reporting to the administrator as needed.

THE MUST HAVES

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Current state certification (or registration) as a nurse assistant as per state certification/registration requirements.
• CNA experience within the last two (2) years. If it has been longer, you must complete another training and competency program before providing services.
• Current CPR certification, driver's License, vehicle insurance, and access to a dependable vehicle or public transportation.
• Must be able to reliably commute to multiple patient residences daily within the geographic area assigned.
• Successful completion of a competency evaluation prior to patient care.
• TN: A person who has completed a total of seventy-five (75) hours of training which included sixteen (16) hours of clinical training prior to or during the first three (3) months of employment and who is qualified to provide basic services, including simple procedures as an extension of therapy services, personal care regarding nutritional needs, ambulation and exercise, and household services essential to care at home.

Full-Time Benefits Include

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Disability, Pre-Tax Savings Accounts, and ancillary benefits
• 100% Employer Paid Basic Life Insurance & Employee Assistance Program
• Generous Paid Time Off plan and 6 paid holidays annually
• Employee Referral Bonuses
• 401K Retirement Plan & Employer Match

University of TN Medical Center Hospice Services, an affiliate of The Pennant Group (NASDAQ: PNTG), is the employer for this position as stated in the job posting. The Pennant Group, Inc. is a holding company of independent operating subsidiaries that provide healthcare services through home health, hospice, and home care agencies and senior living communities located throughout the US. Each of these businesses is operated by a separate, independent operating subsidiary that has its own management, employees and assets. More information about The Pennant Group, Inc. is available at http://www.pennantgroup.com.

Work Location: On the road

At UT Medical Center Home Care Services, we bring skilled, compassionate care directly to the homes of Tennessee families. Whether recovering from illness or surgery, managing chronic conditions, or navigating life’s final chapters, our team delivers more than medical expertise. We provide comfort, dignity, and peace of mind. Rooted in the values of the University of Tennessee Medical Center and strengthened by a commitment to life-changing service, we help patients heal, thrive, and live with independence where they feel most secure: at home.

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to ensuring that all conditions and privileges of employment, including recruitment, hiring, evaluation, transfer, promotion, discipline, determination of compensation and/or benefits, and termination of employment, for all job classifications, are based on qualifications and work record. No employment decision is made, nor do we discriminate, on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex/pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, veteran status, or disability.