CNA / Certified Nursing Assistant - Hospice Aide Job at BrightSpring Health Services, Johnston, IA

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  • BrightSpring Health Services
  • Johnston, IA

Job Description

Our Company

Hospice of the Midwest

Overview

Office Location:  Des Moines

Coverage area:    Johnston/Des Moines and Surrounding Communities

Schedule: Day Shift, Full Time

Are you a CNA looking for a new opportunity? Hospice of the Midwest is seeking a passionate, dedicated Hospice CNA to join our team in Johnston/ Des Moines, IA . Our hospice CNAs provide dignity, comfort, and support at a critical time in people’s lives. If you’re ready to work in a supportive, fulling environment where your skills and empathy truly shine, apply today!  

How YOU will benefit   

  • Provide 1:1 care to make a lasting impact on patients and families  

  • Greater work/life balance with flexible scheduling options  

  • Less time on your feet compared to other settings  

  • Ability to work independently while also having team support    

  • Job stability and regular advancement opportunities with a growing company   

As a Hospice CNA You will:   

  • Personal Care : Help with bathing, dressing, toileting, mobility, and repositioning

  • Monitor & Report: Observe and report changes in the patient’s condition

  • Mobility : Assist with ambulation, transfers, ROM exercises and safe equipment use

  • Medication Assistance : Help with self-administered medications per state regulations

  • Emotional Support: Offer companionship and comfort to patients and families.

  • Light Housekeeping: Change linens, assist with meals, and maintain a clean space.

  • Documentation: Maintain accurate and timely documentation   

  • Team Participation : Collaborate with hospice interdisciplinary team

*Benefits may vary by employment status  

Qualifications

  • Meets the training requirements of the State

  • Completed a minimum of 75 hours of classroom and supervised practical training 16 hours of classroom must be completed prior to a mandatory 16 hours of practical training

  • Minimum of six months experience including providing personal care

  • At least 18 years of age

  • Ability to read and follow written instructions and document care given

  • Understands hospice philosophy, comfortable providing care to the terminally ill

  • Satisfactory references from previous employers

  • Ability to work with little direct supervision

  • Secure with issues of death/ dying

  • Provides a calm manner when in a patient’s home

  • Possess and maintains current CPR certification

  • Demonstrates tact, patience, and good personal hygiene

  • Successfully completes a probationary period

  • This probationary period is to ensure the aide is competent in the above qualifications and is documented by the supervisor and the employee

  • Strong oral and written communication skills

  • Good organizational skills

About our Line of Business

At Hospice of the Midwest, our primary ambition is to bring first-class care to the warmest and most serene environment possible: home. We provide the full spectrum of hospice services, thoughtfully tailored to the individual needs of patients and families. Hospice of the Midwest, an affiliate of BrightSpring Health Services, is grounded in a foundational commitment to providing exceptional patient care and championing our agency leadership and teams. We are proud to have expert clinicians and caregivers on our team. We are confident you will find purpose, meaning and a chance to make a positive impact from day one. For more information, please visit Follow us onFacebook ( andLinkedIn ( .

ALERT: We are aware of a scam whereby imposters are posing as employees from our company. Beware of anyone requesting financial or personal information. We take pride in creating a best-in-class candidate experience. During the recruitment process, no recruiter or employee will request financial or personal information (Social Security Number, credit card, driver’s license, bank information, or payment for work equipment, etc.) from you via text or email. If you are suspicious of a job posting or job-related email mentioning our company, please contact us at TalentAcquisition@brightspringhealth.com .

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Job LocationsUS-IA-JOHNSTON | US-IA-DES MOINES

ID 2025-170249

Line of Business Hospice of the Midwest

Position Type Full-Time

Job Tags

16 hours, Full time, Work at office, Flexible hours, Day shift,

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