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Hospice Certified Nursing Assistant - Hospice Aide

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At a glance

Compensation
No compensation found
Location
Hobbs, NM
Work Authorization
Not specified

Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Active CNA LicenseCurrent CPR CertificationDriver’s License With Reliable Vehicle And Insurance

Job overview

Gentiva is hiring a Hospice Certified Nursing Assistant - Hospice Aide. The role provides direct personal care to terminally ill patients, assisting with hygiene, mobility, meals, and light housekeeping while offering emotional support and documenting visits, all in home, hospice, or facility settings. The aide also participates in team meetings, quality improvement activities, and follows infection control and safety protocols.

Key focus areas include Provide direct personal care to terminally ill patients, Assist with personal hygiene, grooming, and toileting, and Support safe mobility, including use of walkers and wheelchairs.

Important skills include Direct Personal Care, Personal Hygiene Assistance, Mobility Assistance, Meal Preparation, Light Housekeeping, and Observation And Reporting. Preferred (not required): Comfortable Working In Home Settings.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Direct Personal CarePersonal Hygiene AssistanceMobility AssistanceMeal PreparationLight HousekeepingObservation and ReportingEmotional and Psychological SupportDocumentation of VisitsTeam Meeting ParticipationQuality Improvement ActivitiesInfection Control PracticesSafety Protocol AdherenceCompassionPatienceHandling Emotional SituationsIndependent WorkAdaptability to Changing Patient NeedsComfortable Working in Home Settings

Qualifications

Active CNA LicenseCurrent CPR CertificationDriver’s License With Reliable Vehicle and InsuranceSix Months Direct Patient Care ExperienceExperience in Home Health Hospice Palliative Care or OncologyPrior Roles in Hospital Nursing ICU Geriatrics Med‑Surg ER Telemetry or Nursing HomesExposure to End‑of‑Life Care Wound Care or Admissions Support

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Match
Tuition Assistance

Full job description

Overview

Deliver Comfort. Honor Dignity. Transform Care.

Are you a Hospice Aide or Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) who finds purpose in providing compassionate, hands-on care during life’s most meaningful moments?

We believe every day is an opportunity to bring comfort, dignity, and peace to patients and families facing end-of-life journeys.

We’re currently seeking a dependable, empathetic, and attentive Hospice Aide to provide essential personal care and emotional support to patients wherever they call home—whether that's a private residence, assisted living facility, or inpatient unit. If you're passionate about making a difference when it matters most, we invite you to join our dedicated hospice care team.

Essential Functions

  • Provide direct personal care to terminally ill patients

  • Assist with personal hygiene, grooming, and toileting

  • Support safe mobility, including use of walkers and wheelchairs

  • Help with meal preparation, feeding, and light housekeeping

  • Observe and report changes in the patient’s physical or mental condition

  • Offer emotional and psychological support to patients and families

  • Maintain accurate and timely documentation of visits

  • Attend team meetings and participate in Quality Improvement (QI) activities

  • Practiceinfection control and follow safety protocols at all times

About You

Qualifications – What You’ll Bring:

  • Active CNA license in the state of employment (Required)

  • Current CPR certification (Required)

  • Driver’s license and reliable vehicle with insurance (Required)

  • Six (6) months of direct patient care experience (Required)

  • Comfortable working in home settings, hospice facilities, or long-term care environments

  • Demonstrated compassion, patience, and ability to handle emotional situations

  • Willingness to work independently and adapt to changing patient needs

Preferred Background (Not Required):

  • Experience in home health, hospice, palliative care, or oncology

  • Prior roles in hospital nursing, ICU, geriatrics, med-surg, ER, telemetry, or nursing homes

  • Exposure to end-of-life care, wound care, or admissions support

We Offer

Benefits for All Hospice Associates (Full-Time & Per Diem):

  • Competitive Pay

  • 401(k) with Company Match

  • Career Advancement Opportunities

  • National & Local Recognition Programs

  • Teammate Assistance Fund

Additional Full-Time Benefits:

  • Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

  • Mileage Reimbursement or Fleet Vehicle Program

  • Generous Paid Time Off + 7 Paid Holidays

  • Wellness Programs (Telemedicine, Diabetes Management, Joint & Spine Concierge Care)

  • Education Support & Tuition Assistance (ASN to BSN, BSN to MSN)

  • Free Continuing Education Units (CEUs)

  • Company-paid Life & Long-Term Disability Insurance

  • Voluntary Benefits (Pet, Critical Illness, Accident, LTC)

Ready to Make a Difference in Someone’s Daily Life?

Apply now to become part of our Hospice Care team and help patients live safely, comfortably, and with dignity—at home.

Legalese

  • This is a safety-sensitive position

  • Employee must meet minimum requirements to be eligible for benefits

  • Where applicable, employee must meet state specific requirements

  • We are proud to be an EEO employer

  • We maintain a drug-free workplace

ReqID: 2026-142144 Category: Home Health Aides/CNAs Position Type: Flex/Per Diem Company: Gentiva Hospice

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