Hospice Aide (CNA): Comfort, Dignity & Family Support

Arc Hospice & Palliative Care; Florida; On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Arc Hospice & Palliative Care is seeking a compassionate Hospice Aide (CNA) to provide personal care and comfort to patients in home and facility settings. You will work under supervision with a clinical team to support dignity at end of life, build meaningful relationships, and ensure safety and comfort in daily activities.

Responsibilities include bathing, transfers, vital signs, meals, and observation, with weekend/on-call support as needed. Valid CNA and CPR required.

Qualifications

• Active CNA certification in good standing with a state-approved training program.
• Current CPR certification.
• Ability to read, follow, and document written care instructions accurately.
• Understanding hospice philosophy and needs of terminally ill individuals.
• Ability to work in home and facility settings with reliable transportation and a valid driver’s license.
• Demonstrated empathy, sensitivity, and ability to support patients and families from diverse backgrounds.
• Commitment to Arc Hospice & Palliative Care’s mission and values.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, oral hygiene, and skin care as assigned.
• Assist with ambulation, transfers, repositioning, and range-of-motion exercises as directed.
• Observe and report changes in patient condition to the supervising nurse.
• Assist with meals, feeding, and hydration support according to the plan of care.
• Provide companionship and emotional support to promote comfort and dignity.
• Take and record vital signs when trained and directed by the nurse.
• Document care provided accurately and timely in accordance with agency policy.
• Provide weekend or after-hours support when directed by clinical leadership.

Skills

Active CNA certification

CPR certification

Hospice care knowledge

Empathy and bedside manner

Documentation skills

Reliable transportation

Family communication

Team collaboration

Job description

Arc Hospice & Palliative Care is seeking a compassionate Hospice Aide (CNA) to provide personal care and comfort to patients in home and facility settings. You will work under supervision with a clinical team to support dignity at end of life, build meaningful relationships, and ensure safety and comfort in daily activities.

Responsibilities include bathing, transfers, vital signs, meals, and observation, with weekend/on-call support as needed. Valid CNA and CPR required.