Hospice CNA: 1:1 Care & Flexible Schedule

Spring Valley Hospice; Tupelo (MS); On-site; USD 27,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision

HSA & FSA

Tuition discounts

401(k) with match

PTO

Mileage reimbursement

Wellness programs & discounts

Benefits may vary by employment status

Job summary

Spring Valley Hospice in Tupelo, MS, is seeking a dedicated Hospice CNA to join our team. You will provide 1:1 care, monitor patients, assist with mobility, and support families in a compassionate hospice setting.

Responsibilities include personal care, medication assistance, documentation, and collaboration with the interdisciplinary team. Must have CPR cert, be 18+, and have prior personal care experience.

Qualifications

• Meet the training requirements of the state of practice.
• Minimum of six months experience including providing personal care.
• Must be 18+ years of age.
• Complete a minimum of 75 hours of classroom and supervised practical training, 16 of the 75 hours must be from classroom prior to 16 hours of practical training.
• Possess and maintain CPR certification.
• Ability to read and follow written instructions and document care given.
• Understands hospice philosophy and providing specialized care to the terminally ill.
• Ability to work with little direct supervision.
• Ability to handle death/dying.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Good organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Personal Care: Help with bathing, dressing, toileting, mobility, and repositioning.
• Monitor & Report: Observe and report changes in the patient’s condition.
• Mobility: Assist with ambulation, transfers, ROM exercises and safe equipment use.
• Medication Assistance: Help with self-administered medications per state regulations.
• Emotional Support: Offer companionship and comfort to patients and families.
• Light Housekeeping: Change linens, assist with meals, and maintain a clean space.
• Documentation: Maintain accurate and timely documentation.
• Team Participation: Collaborate with hospice interdisciplinary team.

Skills

CPR certification

Six months personal care experience

Communication skills

Read and follow instructions

Work with minimal supervision

Hospice care understanding

Organizational skills

18+ years of age

Emotional resilience

Documentation

Job description

Spring Valley Hospice in Tupelo, MS, is seeking a dedicated Hospice CNA to join our team. You will provide 1:1 care, monitor patients, assist with mobility, and support families in a compassionate hospice setting.

Responsibilities include personal care, medication assistance, documentation, and collaboration with the interdisciplinary team. Must have CPR cert, be 18+, and have prior personal care experience.