Hospice Certified Nursing Assistant - Hospice Aide
Gentiva
Little Rock, AR
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JOB DETAILS
LOCATION
Little Rock, AR
POSTED
30+ days ago
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.
What You’ll 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 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 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 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.
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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: 2025-126434
Category: Home Health Aides/CNAs
Position Type: Full-Time
Company: Gentiva Hospice
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