Hospice Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Interim HealthCare Inc.; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

PRN hours

Online training

1:1 patient ratios

Job summary

Interim Hospice is seeking a compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) to provide dignified end-of-life care in Metairie, Kenner, and New Orleans area. The role emphasizes empathy, patient comfort, and family support within a dedicated hospice team.

We offer competitive pay ($16.00-$18.00/hr) based on experience, PRN hours, online training opportunities, and a setting where CNAs work closely with nurses to ensure individualized patient plans and strong work-life balance.

Qualifications

• Compassion for patients and families in hospice settings.
• Excellent communication with patients, families, and the care team.
• Ability to work with empathy and uphold dignity in care.

Responsibilities

• Assist with activities of daily living (bathing, grooming, nutrition).
• Check vitals and document changes.
• Collaborate with hospice nurses to follow care plans.
• Observe patients and report issues requiring changes in care or equipment.
• Deliver supplies and assist other staff as needed.

Skills

Compassionate care

Good communication

Education

Louisiana CNA certification

Job description

in Metairie, Kenner, New Orleans Lakeview, and Chalmette, LA

Are you a compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant called to make a meaningful impact in end-of-life care? As a Hospice CNA, you play a vital role in providing comfort, preserving dignity, and offering compassionate support to patients and their families during life’s most profound and vulnerable moments. Your presence, empathy, and dedication ensure that each patient is honored with respect, kindness, and dignity throughout their journey.

At Interim Hospice, we are deeply committed to compassionate, person-centered care and to supporting the caregivers who make that mission possible. Our team fosters a culture of respect, collaboration, and purpose, where your work is valued and your impact is recognized. If you are passionate about delivering dignified care and want to be part of an organization that prioritizes both its patients and its clinicians, we invite you to join us in making a difference every day.

Our Hospice Health Certified Nursing Assistants enjoy some excellent benefits:

• Competitive Pay - $16.00-$18.00 per hour depending on hospice experience
• Schedule- PRN hours available
• Professional Growth - Build your skills with online training
• A Meaningful Role - 1:1 CNA-to-patient ratios, work independently and enjoy work-life balance

As a Hospice CNA you will:

• Help with daily activities such as bathing, toileting, dressing, grooming, hygiene, nail/skin care, eating and nutritional intake
• Check vitals, measure intake/output and document any changes
• Work with a team of hospice nurses to ensure a patient’s care plan is followed
• Observe patient and notify supervisor of issues requiring a change in care, medication or medical equipment
• Making supply deliveries and/or working with other staff members as needed

A few must-haves for Hospice CNAs:

• High school diploma (or equivalent) and active Nursing Assistant Certification in Louisiana
• Six (6) months of home health or home-based hospice experience required
• CPR certification
• Valid Louisiana driver’s license, auto insurance and transportation
• Compassionate nature, good communicator and ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Why Work for Interim HealthCare?

Since 1966, Interim HealthCare has been built on the belief that compassionate, home-based care transforms lives. With more than 300 locally owned care centers, we are not just a healthcare organization— we are a community dedicated to supporting the caregivers who make our mission possible. As a CNA with Interim, you are valued for the skill, dedication, and heart you bring to every interaction. We are committed to uplifting you, listening to your needs, and ensuring you have the resources and encouragement to thrive in your role. By joining Interim HealthCare, you become part of a nationwide network of CNAs who deliver meaningful, personalized care that brings comfort, dignity, and hope to patients and families when they need it most. Here, you are supported so you can continue making the difference you were called to make.

Interim HealthCare is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

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