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Certified Nursing Assistant - CNA - Hospice - PRN

Job in Altoona, Blair County, Pennsylvania, 16603, USA
Listing for: Gentiva Hospice
Part Time, Per diem position
Listed on 2026-01-01
Job specializations:
  • Nursing
    Healthcare Nursing, Palliative Care Nurse
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: Certified Nursing Assistant - CNA - Hospice - PRN - Flexible Schedule

Certified Nursing Assistant - CNA - Hospice - PRN - Flexible Schedule

Join our dedicated team at Gentiva Hospice and provide 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.

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
  • Practice infection control and follow safety protocols at all times
About You

Our ideal candidate is dependable, empathetic, and attentive, capable of delivering essential personal care and support wherever patients call home—whether that is a private residence, assisted living facility, or inpatient unit.

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
  • 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
Location

Gentiva Hospice

About Gentiva Hospital & Hospice

Gentiva is a national leader in hospice care, palliative care, home health care, and advanced illness management, with nearly 600 locations and thousands of dedicated clinicians across 38 states. Our mission is to offer compassionate care in the comfort of wherever our patients call home.

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