Hospice Certified Nursing Assistant, CNA

Graham Healthcare Group; Jacksonville (IL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Residential Home Health and Hospice in Jacksonville, IL is seeking a compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant to provide hospice care in patients' homes. You will be part of an interdisciplinary team focused on comfort and quality of life.

The role requires an active CNA certificate in the state, a high school diploma, at least one year of healthcare experience (hospice preferred), and a valid driver's license for about 20% travel between locations.

Qualifications

• Active Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certificate in the state you work.
• High School Diploma or certificate.
• Minimum one year healthcare experience, Hospice experience preferred.
• valid driver’s license and ability to travel 20% of workday.

Responsibilities

• Deliver compassionate, patient-centered care in a hospice setting, collaborating with an interdisciplinary team.
• Provide hands-on care to patients, assisting with ADLs and reporting changes in condition.
• Reinforce care plans, offer emotional support and educate patients and caregivers.
• Respond promptly to patient needs with empathy and document care in the EMR.
• Work independently, but collaborate with teams as needed.
• Travel to patient homes within assigned territory.

Skills

CNA certification

Patient care

Hospice care

Education

High School Diploma

CNA Certification (State)

Job description

Care Where You Are: Where Your Work Truly Matters

Residential Home Health and Hospice is a nationally recognized leader in home health and hospice, and a consistent Top Workplace. If you are a clinician seeking autonomy, meaningful patient relationships, and real career growth; this is where you belong.

We are hiring a Certified Nursing Assistant for a Hospice position providing care to patients in their homes in the Jacksonville, IL area.

What You’ll Do:

• Deliver compassionate, patient-centered care in a hospice setting, collaborating with an interdisciplinary team dedicated to comfort, dignity, and quality of life
• Provide hands-on care to patients, assisting with activities of daily living (ADLs) while observing and reporting changes in condition to support comfort and quality of life
• Support and guide patients and caregivers by reinforcing the care plan, offering emotional support, and helping them understand what to expect during the hospice journey
• Respond promptly to patient needs with empathy and attentiveness and accurately document care provided in the EMR
• Work independently, but never alone
• Travel to patient homes within assigned territory

Designed for Success

• Dedicated field education team supporting you from Day 1
• Leadership that listens, mentors, and champions your growth
• A collaborative culture where your impact is recognized and your feedback shapes improvement

Benefits That Support Your Whole Life

• Pathway to Nursing Program: Up to $20,000 in student loan repayment for CNA’s advancing to LPN certificate after 1 year of employment
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Pet Insurance
• Fleet Vehicle Program
• Generous PTO
• Pension + 401K
• Paid parental leave
• Up to 90% off degrees and certifications through our Purdue University partnership

CNA Qualifications

• Active Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certificate in the state you work
• High School Diploma or certificate
• Minimum one year healthcare experience, Hospice experience preferred
• Due to the field-based nature of this home health position, a valid driver’s license and the ability to spend approximately 20% of your workday driving to and from patient locations are required.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company.

NOTICE: Successful completion of a drug screen prior to employment is part of our background process, which includes medical and recreational marijuana.

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