Certified Nursing Assistant - Hospice

Job Overview
Heartsong Hospice is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) to join our hospice care team. In this vital role, you will provide personalized, respectful, and high-quality care to patients in their final stages of life, ensuring comfort and dignity. Your energy and empathy will help create a supportive environment for patients and their families during challenging times. This position offers an opportunity to make a meaningful difference while working in a dynamic healthcare setting that values professionalism and teamwork.

Duties

• Assist patients with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, grooming, and mobility support.
• Provide specialized hospice care that emphasizes comfort measures, pain management, and emotional support for terminally ill patients.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams utilizing EMR (Electronic Medical Records) systems.
• Assist with transfers and positioning to prevent bedsores and promote patient comfort in accordance with safety protocols.
• Engage with patients experiencing dementia or memory care needs, applying techniques suitable for Alzheimer's and other cognitive impairments.

Qualifications

• Valid certification as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) with current state licensure.
• Dependable transportation
• Experience working in hospice or palliative care environments is highly preferred.
• Demonstrated knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, physiology, and aseptic techniques.
• Experience with EMR/EHR systems for accurate documentation.
• Prior work in long-term care facilities such as nursing homes, assisted living, or home & community care settings preferred.
• Strong caregiving skills with an emphasis on geriatrics, behavioral health, dementia care, and working with individuals with disabilities or developmental challenges.
• Excellent communication skills combined with the physical stamina required for patient service tasks such as lifting and transferring using Hoyer lifts or other assistive devices.
• Join our team if you’re passionate about providing compassionate hospice care that truly makes a difference! We value energetic professionals committed to elevating patient comfort through expert caregiving combined with technical proficiency across diverse healthcare environments.

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Mileage reimbursement
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Columbia, SC 29223