Certified Nursing Assistant Hospice Aide Job at Gentiva, Minooka, IL

  • Gentiva
  • Minooka, IL

Job Description

Hospice Aide Opportunity

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.

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 – $18.35 - 21.60

Full 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

Essential Functions:

  • 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 of direct patient care experience (Required)
  • 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
  • ReqID: 2026-139796 Category: Home Health Aides/CNAs Position Type: Full-Time Company: Gentiva

Job Tags

Daily paid, Full time, Temporary work, Local area

Similar Jobs

Carle Health

Social Worker LSW - Co Responder Social Service Unit Job at Carle Health

 ...position will be a part of the City of Peoria Social Services Unit (SSU). SSU personnel are...  ...of supervision of Licensed Social Workers and Licensed Clinical Social Workers, clinical...  ...designations, the nations highest honor for nursing care. The system includes Methodist... 

Lancer Hospitality

Dietetic Technician Job at Lancer Hospitality

 ...of us to continually reimagine our customers experience. The Role at a glance: We are looking to add a Full-Time Dietetic Technician to our healthcare team in Whitfield, MS . As a Dietetic Technician with Cura Hospitality, you will have the opportunity to... 

Afton House Inn

Waiter/Waitress Job at Afton House Inn

Afton House Inn - Immediate Hiring for ServersAre you passionate about providing exceptional service in an elegant setting? Do you thrive in a team-oriented environment where every day brings new experiences?Welcome to the Afton House Inn, a historic country inn nestled...

American Musical and Dramatic Academy

Stage Manager (Part-Time) Job at American Musical and Dramatic Academy

 ...Stage Manager AMDA College of the Performing Arts is one of the foremost performing arts colleges in the country with campuses in Los...  ...certificate programs. The Stage Manager at the Los Angeles campus will assist with managing theatre events as assigned (stage managers... 

The UPS Store

Store Manager Job at The UPS Store

 ...and Energetic Environment Ongoing training Employee Discount Job Summary We are seeking an experienced and professional Store Manager to join the team at our busy store. As a Store Manager, you will be responsible for ensuring the store operates smoothly and...