Hospice Certified Nursing Assistant - Hospice Aide

CURO Health Services; Portage (MI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a leading hospice provider as a Hospice Aide in Portage, MI, where you'll provide compassionate care to patients in their homes. This flexible position offers competitive pay, mileage reimbursement, and comprehensive benefits. You'll work under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, assisting with personal care and supporting patients' emotional needs. Ideal candidates are empathetic, flexible, and have a CNA license. Make a difference when it matters most!

Benefits

401(k) with company matching contributions

Career growth opportunities

One-on-One Onboarding Program

Mileage reimbursement

Financial assistance program

Qualifications

• Six months of patient care experience preferred.
• Current CPR certification required.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with personal hygiene and daily activities.
• Report changes in patient conditions to the RN.
• Provide emotional support to patients and families.

Skills

Compassion

Empathy

Flexibility

Education

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Job description

Our Company

Gentiva Hospice is a member of the Gentiva family – an industry leader in hospice, palliative, home health, and personal home care. Our place is by the side of those who need us, offering physical, spiritual, and emotional support to patients and their families so they may make the most of every moment. We believe that better care for caregivers and clinicians means better care for everyone, so we offer ongoing professional training, lower nurse-to-patient ratios, and comprehensive benefits for eligible employees. Here, you'll join gifted colleagues who make a lasting difference in people's lives every day.

Overview

Join us to make a difference when life matters most

We believe every day is an opportunity to make care more personal and life more comfortable. That’s why we offer personal care, palliative care, and hospice to give people the care they need with dignity, grace, and love.

This is a less than full-time position that offers a flexible weekday schedule. Tell us your availability and we will see if it works!

We offer a supportive team, mileage reimbursement, and a competitive hourly rate!

Benefits for Hospice Aide

• Competitive Pay
• 401(k) with company matching contributions
• Career growth opportunities at both the branch and corporate levels
• One-on-One Onboarding Program with a Nurse Preceptor
• Local and national award programs
• Referral bonus program
• Mileage reimbursement
• Financial assistance program supporting teammates in times of need

Responsibilities of a Hospice Aide / CNA

• Report directly to the Administrator, Executive Director, or Patient Care Manager and function under the supervision of the Registered Nurse and/or Clinical Supervisor.
• Help the patient maintain good personal hygiene.
• Assist in maintaining a safe and healthy environment.
• Prepare and serve light meals.
• Assist in feeding patients when needed.
• Assist the patient in ambulation.
• Assist with the safe use of a walker or wheelchair as taught and supervised by the nurse.
• Assist with light housekeeping tasks such as emptying trash and changing linens.
• Assist with treatments as ordered on the aide plan of care and as allowed in state-specific regulations.
• Promote patient’s mental alertness through involvement in activities of interest.
• Provide emotional and psychological support to the patient and household members.
• Report changes in the patient’s condition or home situation to the RN and team.
• Demonstrate basic care to the primary caregiver.
• Practice infection control and standard precautions.
• Provide accurate documentation and participate in staff meetings.
• Participate in Quality Improvement activities as assigned.
• Complete documentation timely as per orientation guidelines.

About You - Requirements

• Compassionate, kind, and empathetic towards patients and families.
• Comfortable providing care in a home setting.
• Flexible and able to support others during crises.
• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) license.
• Six months of patient care experience preferred.
• Additional experience in hospital or emergency settings is a plus.
• Valid driver’s license and insurance.
• Current CPR certification.

Gentiva is a family of industry-leading hospice, palliative, and personal care providers with more than 430 locations across 36 states. Our headquarters is in Atlanta, Georgia, serving patients nationwide.

Members include Gentiva Hospice, Hospice Plus, Kindred Hospice, and others.

What We Offer

• Comprehensive benefits: health insurance, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, PTO
• Fleet program participation
• Competitive salaries
• Mileage reimbursement
• Opportunities for professional growth and development

Legal & Safety

• This is a safety-sensitive position.
• Meet minimum requirements for benefits eligibility.
• State-specific requirements apply where applicable.
• We are an EEO employer and maintain a drug-free workplace.

Location: Gentiva Hospice