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CNA / Certified Nursing Assistant, Hospice

AccentCare, Farmington, CT, United States


Overview
Aide / CNA, Hospice

Location: Farmington, CT

Position: Aide / CNA, Hospice

Job ID: 75336

Position Type: Full-Time

Remote/Virtual Position: No

Coverage Area: Litchfield, Torrington, Hartford, Windsor, Avon, Canton, Farmington, Bloomfield and surrounding areas

Salary: $18 - $21 / hour
Schedule: Monday-Friday / 8 AM -5PM

Offer Based on Years of Experience

What You Need to Know
Be the Best Hospice Aide You Can Be
If you meet these qualifications, we would love to meet you:

Certified by the state as a nurse's aide, with completion of required training and a passing score of 85% or higher on the agency's competency exam; additional requirements vary by state (e.g. CHHA in CA/NJ, CGNA in MD).

CPR certification required for direct patient care in Georgia and Washington.

Must be listed on the state aide registry with a clear record and eligible to provide care in homes, nursing facilities, or hospitals.

Requires a reliable vehicle, valid driver's license, and state-required auto insurance.

Responsibilities

Provide compassionate, hands‑on care to hospice patients, including assistance with personal hygiene, repositioning, and mobility support for individuals who may require lifting (up to 200 lbs with assistance).

Support patients in their homes or care facilities through frequent movement and physical activity, such as walking, standing, reaching, and occasional driving, ensuring timely and dignified end‑of‑life care.

Monitor comfort levels, respond to needs, and assist with daily living activities, always maintaining patient safety and dignity.

Work comfortably in home and facility environments, adapting to varying conditions such as temperature changes, moderate noise, and standard healthcare exposures, while upholding infection control and safety protocols.

Our Investment in You
Our benefits include:

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off and paid holidays

Professional development opportunities

Company‑matching 401(k)

Flexible spending and health savings accounts

Wellness offerings such as an employee assistance program, pet insurance, and access to Calm, a meditation, sleep, and relaxation app

Programs to celebrate achievements, milestones, and fellow employees

Company store credit for your first AccentCare‑branded scrubs for patient‑facing employees

And more!

Why AccentCare?
At AccentCare, you're part of a community that cares - for patients and each other. You can rest assured we offer equal employment opportunities regardless of race, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age or disability.

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