Full-Time

Hospice Certified Nursing Assistant

Hospice Aide

Deadline 7/3/27
Gentiva

Gentiva

5,001-10,000 employees

In-home hospice, palliative, and health services

No salary listed

Alabaster, AL, USA

In Person

Category
Medical, Clinical & Veterinary (1)

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Requirements
  • 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
Responsibilities
  • 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
Desired Qualifications
  • 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

Gentiva provides in-home hospice, palliative, and home health care across the United States through a national network. Care is delivered by clinicians and therapists in patients’ homes, including an Advanced Illness Management model for those not yet hospice-eligible. The company differentiates itself with an integrated at-home care platform and strategic acquisitions, such as ProMedica’s home health, palliative, and hospice operations. Its goal is to help patients stay at home, reduce avoidable hospitalizations, and support families and caregivers throughout the care continuum.

Company Size

5,001-10,000

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Atlanta, Georgia

Founded

2004

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Gentiva serves over 12,000 employees across 500+ locations, strengthening market dominance.
  • The U.S. hospice market is projected to reach USD 45.3 billion by 2033.
  • Gentiva acquired ProMedica's business in November 2023, adding 4,000 employees and expanding footprint.

What critics are saying

  • CD&R ownership forces aggressive cost-cutting, causing 28% staff turnover in 12 states versus 14% for non-PE rivals.
  • Aggressive rural expansion creates unsustainable operational costs due to workforce shortages and low patient density.
  • Existential bankruptcy risk exists if CD&R refuses to cover the $400M debt gap within 9 months.

What makes Gentiva unique

  • Gentiva is the nation's largest hospice provider by Medicare claims across 38 states.
  • Its Advanced Illness Management model cares for patients not yet eligible for hospice.
  • Gentiva operates a national network of 515 locations delivering in-home palliative and hospice care.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

401(k) Company Match

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

Wellness Program

Professional Development Budget

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Commuter Benefits

Pet Insurance