Hospice Certified Nursing Assistant - Hospice Aide
Gentiva - Knoxville, TN
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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 lifeu2019s 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. Weu2019re currently seeking a dependable, empathetic, and attentive Hospice Aide to provide essential personal care and emotional support to patients wherever they call homeu2014whether 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. What Youu2019ll Do as a Hospice Aide: + 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 patientu2019s 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 + Practice infection control and follow safety protocols at all times About You Qualifications u2013 What Youu2019ll Bring: + Active CNA license in the state of employment (Required) + Current CPR certification (Required) + Driveru2019s license and reliable vehicle with insurance (Required) + Six (6) months or more of direct patient care experience (Preferred) + 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 Someoneu2019s Daily Life? Apply now to become part of our Hospice Care team and help patients live safely, comfortably, and with dignityu2014at 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: 2026-133492 Category: Home Health Aides/CNAs Position Type: Full-Time Company: Gentiva Hospice
Created: 2026-02-05