Certified Nursing Assistant Hospice Aide Job at Gentiva, Crystal Lake, IL

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  • Gentiva
  • Crystal Lake, IL

Job Description

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 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

  • Practice infection 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.

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

Compensation may vary within the salary range provided based on several factors including but not limited to a candidate's location, experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications and department equity. Gentiva provides associates with a comprehensive benefits and total rewards package, of which base pay is just one piece.Salary Range - $17.40 - $20.45Full Time Employee Benefits:

  • Medical, Dental, Vision

  • Wellness Program and Resources

  • 401k match

  • PTO

  • FMLA, ADA and other federal and state required leaves

  • Short/Long Term Disability

  • HSA Contribution

  • Mileage or Fleet Car Program

  • Cell Phone Reimbursement (for eligible roles)

  • Short Term Incentive (for eligible roles)

  • Tuition Reimbursement

ReqID: 2025-130674
Category: Home Health Aides/CNAs
Position Type: Full-Time
Company: Gentiva Hospice

Job Tags

Daily paid, Full time, Temporary work, Local area,

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