Hospice Certified Nursing Assistant - Hospice Aide

Overview

Join us to make a difference when life matters most

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.

Full-Time Weekday Monday-Friday 8am-5pm position with no weekends required. This role will involve caring for patients in the Fox Valley area.

We offer a supportive team, flexible schedule, excellent work life balance, fleet vehicle/mileage reimbursement, full benefit package and competitive hourly rate.

What You'll Do as a Hospice Aide:

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  Provide direct personal care to terminally ill patients

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  Assist with personal hygiene, grooming, and toileting

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  Support safe mobility, including use of walkers and wheelchairs

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  Help with meal preparation, feeding, and light housekeeping

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

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  Offer emotional and psychological support to patients and families

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  Maintain accurate and timely documentation of visits

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

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  Practiceinfection control and follow safety protocols at all times

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About You

Qualifications - What You'll Bring:

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  Active CNA license in the state of employment (Required)

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  Current CPR certification (Required)

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  Driver's license and reliable vehicle with insurance (Required)

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  Six (6) months or more of direct patient care experience (Preferred)

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

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  Demonstrated compassion, patience, and ability to handle emotional situations

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  Willingness to work independently and adapt to changing patient needs

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Preferred Background (Not Required):

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

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

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

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We Offer

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

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  Competitive Pay

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  401(k) with Company Match

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  Career Advancement Opportunities

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  National & Local Recognition Programs

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  Teammate Assistance Fund

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Additional Full-Time Benefits:

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  Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

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  Mileage Reimbursement or Fleet Vehicle Program

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  Generous Paid Time Off + 7 Paid Holidays

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

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

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  Free Continuing Education Units (CEUs)

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  Company-paid Life & Long-Term Disability Insurance

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

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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

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  This is a safety-sensitive position

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  Employee must meet minimum requirements to be eligible for benefits

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  Where applicable, employee must meet state specific requirements

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  We are proud to be an EEO employer

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  We maintain a drug-free workplace

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nCategory: Home Health Aides/CNAs
nPosition Type: Full-Time
nCompany: Heartland Hospice