What are the responsibilities and job description for the Certified Nursing Assistant - Hospice Aide position at Gentiva Hospice?
Join a Compassionate Team at Gentiva Hospice!
At Gentiva Hospice, we stand by those in need, providing critical support—physical, spiritual, and emotional—so patients and their families can cherish every moment together. Join us in delivering exceptional care where it matters most. Our commitment to better training, manageable nurse-to-patient ratios, and comprehensive benefits ensures that our caregivers receive the support they need, enabling you to make a meaningful difference every day.
Your Role as a Hospice Aide / Certified Nursing Assistant :
- Report directly to the Administrator, Executive Director, or Patient Care Manager, and receive supervision from the Registered Nurse or Clinical Supervisor.
- Support patients in maintaining good personal hygiene and comfort.
- Contribute to a safe and healthy environment.
- Prepare and serve light meals, and assist with feeding when necessary.
- Facilitate patient mobility, including walking assistance and the safe use of mobility aids like walkers or wheelchairs.
- Perform light housekeeping tasks, such as changing linens and emptying trash.
- Assist with specific treatments as directed in the aide plan of care.
- Encourage patient engagement in activities of interest to promote mental alertness.
- Provide emotional and psychological support to patients and their families.
- Monitor and report any changes in the patient’s condition to the nursing staff and interdisciplinary team.
- Help educate primary caregivers on basic care techniques.
- Implement infection control measures and adhere to standard precautions.
- Ensure accurate documentation of visits.
- Participate actively in staff meetings and quality improvement activities.
Your Qualifications :
Join Gentiva, a leading provider in hospice and personal care with locations across 36 states. Together, we’ll support patients facing serious illness or terminal diagnosis while enhancing their quality of life. Apply today and become part of a dedicated community making a real difference!
We Offer :
This position is safety-sensitive; eligibility for benefits requires meeting minimum requirements. Gentiva is an equal opportunity employer committed to a drug-free workplace.
