Hospice CNA - Full Time
Company : Encompass Health
Location : Opelika, AL, 36801
Job Type : Full Time
Date Posted : 30 December 2025
Overview
Are you in search of a new career opportunity that makes a meaningful impact? If so, now is the time to find your calling at Enhabit Home Health & Hospice.
As a national leader in home-based care, Enhabit is consistently ranked as one of the best places to work in the country. We’re committed to expanding what’s possible for patient care in the home, all while fostering a unique culture that is both innovative and collaborative.
At Enhabit, the best of what’s next starts with us. We not only make it a priority to maintain an ethical and stable workplace but also continually invest in our employees. By extending ongoing professional development opportunities and providing cutting-edge technology solutions, we ensure our employees are always moving their careers forward and prepared to deliver a better way to care for our patients.
Ever-mindful of the need for employees to care for themselves and their families, Enhabit offers competitive benefits that support and promote healthy lifestyle choices. Subject to employee eligibility, some benefits, tools and resources include:
- 30 days PDO – Up to 6 weeks (PDO includes company observed holidays)
- Continuing education opportunities
- Scholarship program for employees
- Matching 401(k) plan for all employees
- Comprehensive insurance plans for medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time employees
- Supplemental insurance policies for life, disability, critical illness, hospital indemnity and accident insurance plans for full-time employees
- Flexible spending account plans for full-time employees
- Minimum essential coverage health insurance plan for all employees
- Electronic medical records and mobile devices for all clinicians
- Incentivized bonus plan
Responsibilities
Enhabit Hospice Nursing Aides assist with various personal care issues including changing bedding, changing clothing, bathing hospice patients and helping with hygienic routines such as brushing teeth, washing hair and keeping wound dressings clean and dry. Our Hospice Nursing Aides may assist patients' family members in caring for their terminally ill relatives by instructing them on how to go about performing basic health-care routines. Nursing Aides consult on a regular basis with their supervising registered nurses in terms of keeping hospice team members apprised of our patients' progression and the families' needs.
Qualifications
Must meet one of the following requirements:
Must possess a valid state driver’s license and autombile insurance and have reliable transportation.
Must have the ability to recognize the needs of people, to maintain good relationships with people, and have the capacity to make meaningful observations and communicate them to the supervisor.
Additional Information
Enhabit Home Health & Hospice is an equal opportunity employer. We work to promote differences in a collaborative and respectful manner. We are committed to a work environment that supports, encourages and motivates all individuals without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, disability, national or ethnic origin, military service status, citizenship, genetic information, or other protected characteristic. At Enhabit, we celebrate and embrace the special differences that makes our community extraordinary.
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Frequently asked questions
In Opelika, AL, Hospice CNAs often experience a close-knit community environment with potentially fewer patients per caseload compared to metropolitan areas. This setting allows for more personalized patient interactions, but may also require greater adaptability due to limited nearby resources or specialized support.
Alabama requires Hospice CNAs to be listed in good standing on the state nurse aide registry and to have completed federally compliant competency training. Additionally, a valid state driver’s license and reliable transportation are essential due to home-based patient visits common in hospice care.
Full-time Hospice CNAs focus heavily on end-of-life personal care, such as managing hygienic routines and wound care, while also supporting families emotionally and instructing them on patient care. This role requires compassionate communication and regular updates to the supervising nurse about patient conditions.
Success hinges on empathy, keen observation, and effective communication. Hospice CNAs must recognize subtle changes in patient conditions, maintain hygienic standards, and collaborate closely with nursing teams, all while supporting families during sensitive times.
Hospice CNAs can pursue certifications like Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Registered Nurse (RN) degrees, often supported by employer-sponsored education. Advancement may lead to specialized hospice nursing roles or supervisory positions within home health agencies.
Encompass Health provides ongoing education, scholarship programs, and a flexible PTO policy allowing up to six weeks off including holidays. Their investment in technology and a collaborative culture helps Hospice CNAs develop skills while maintaining a healthy work-life balance.
At Encompass Health, the emphasis on ethical workplace culture, comprehensive benefits including matching 401(k), and advanced electronic medical records fosters a supportive environment. This enables Hospice CNAs to deliver high-quality care backed by innovative tools and continuous learning.
Hospice CNAs in Opelika typically earn between $13 and $17 per hour, reflecting regional demand and cost of living. Full-time positions often include benefits like insurance and bonuses, enhancing overall compensation beyond base pay.
Opelika’s growing elderly population has increased demand for full-time Hospice CNAs, with several openings reported across local home health agencies. Candidates with recent hospice or home care experience find competitive opportunities in this market.
Reliable transportation is crucial since Hospice CNAs travel to patients’ homes. Opelika’s relatively small geographic area can reduce commute times, but CNAs must be prepared for variable routes and occasional longer drives to reach rural clients.