Hospice Aide (CNA)

Elara Caring; East Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401K with employer match

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Fleet vehicle program

Job summary

Elara Caring seeks a Hospice Aide - Certified Nurse Assistant to deliver compassionate, skilled nursing care in patients’ homes under the Plan of Care and RN guidance.

You will monitor patient conditions, document medications, and collaborate with the care team to support safety and independence. A valid driver’s license and reliable transportation are required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent required.
• 1 year of Hospice Aide or Nursing Assistant experience required.
• State-established Hospice Aide training program meeting 42 CFR §484.36 and competency evaluation.
• Ability to frequently lift, push, pull, and support up to 50 pounds.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license or have reliable transportation to travel between patient homes.

Responsibilities

• Provide skilled nursing care according to the Plan of Care, physician orders, and RN direction.
• Monitor patient condition and report changes to the RN Case Manager and care team.
• Collaborate with the RN Case Manager to update the Plan of Care as needed.
• Educate patients and caregivers on self-care techniques for safety and independence.
• Document medication regimens and maintain up-to-date medication profiles.
• Help prevent avoidable hospitalizations through proactive, coordinated patient care.
• Provide compassionate care with clear communication to patients, families, physicians, and the care team.

Job description

Job Description

Hospice Aide Full-Time To continue to be an industry pioneer in delivering unparalleled care, we need a Hospice Aide - Certified Nurse Assistant with commitment and compassion.

• Provide skilled nursing care according to the individualized Plan of Care, physician orders, and direction of the RN.
• Monitor patient condition and promptly report changes, concerns, or safety issues to the RN Case Manager, physician, and care team.
• Collaborate with the RN Case Manager to address patient needs and recommend updates to the Plan of Care when appropriate.
• Educate patients and caregivers on self-care techniques to support safety, independence, and overall health.
• Document medication regimens and maintain accurate, up-to-date medication profiles.
• Help prevent avoidable hospitalizations and emergency room visits through proactive, coordinated patient care.
• Provide compassionate, high-quality care while maintaining positive communication with patients, families, physicians, and the care team.

What is Required?

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent required
• 1 year of experience as a Hospice Aide or Nursing Assistant is required
• State-established or other Hospice Aide training program that meets the requirements of 42 CFR §484.36 and a competency evaluation program
• Ability to frequently lift, push, pull, and support up to 50 pounds, including positioning or transferring patients and moving equipment
• Must possess a valid driver's license, maintain an acceptable driving record, OR have reliable transportation to travel between patient homes and assigned work locations.
• Experience in a home health environment is preferred

What's in it for you?

• Comprehensive insurance plans for medical, dental, and vision benefits including pet insurance
• 401(K) with employer match
• Tuition reimbursement for full-time staffand continuing education opportunities for all employees at no cost
• Paid time off, paid holidays, family, and pet bereavement
• Fleet vehicle program (restrictions apply) or mileage reimbursement.

* Benefit eligibility can vary by position and shift status.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and comply with state and federal affirmative action requirements. Individuals are recruited, hired, assigned and promoted without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. If you require assistance due to a disability in the application or recruitment process, please submit a request via email at [e-mail].

Pay & Benefit Information:

Compensation for this role will be determined based on a variety of factors, including qualifications, skills, competencies, and relevant experience. Elara offers a broad range of benefits. Learn more at https://careers.elara.com/us/en/benefits

EVerify:

Elara Caring participates in E-Verify after a job offer is accepted and Form I-9 completed.

Our Work Experience is the combination of everything that's unique about us: our culture, our core values, our company meetings, our commitment to sustainability, our recognition programs, but most importantly, it's our people. Our employees are self-disciplined, hard working, curious, trustworthy, humble, and truthful. They make choices according to what is best for the team, they live for opportunities to collaborate and make a difference, and they make us the #1 Top Workplace in the area.