<p>This Hospice CNA / Home Health Aide role is based in Melbourne, Florida, serving patients in their own homes across the greater Brevard County area. The position sits within a nationally recognized post-acute care network and focuses on delivering hands-on personal care, daily living support, and compassionate end-of-life assistance to hospice patients and their families. For a CNA who values autonomy, meaningful patient relationships, and a schedule that rewards flexibility, this is a strong community-based opportunity with a competitive hourly range and a full benefits package.</p>
<h3>Perks and Benefits</h3> <ul> <li>Hourly pay range of $14.00–$23.85, determined by local labor market, education, certifications, and experience</li> <li>Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits package (subject to eligibility requirements)</li> <li>401(k) with company contribution</li> <li>Employee stock purchase plan</li> <li>Incentive and recognition programs tied to individual performance</li> <li>Clear career development pathways with support for advancement into other clinical or operational roles</li> <li>Drug-free workplace; pre-employment drug screening required</li> </ul>
<h3>Practice Highlights</h3> <ul> <li>Home and community-based hospice setting — patients are seen in their own residences, not a facility</li> <li>Core clinical duties include bathing, grooming, dressing, ambulation assistance, and medication reminders</li> <li>Household support responsibilities include meal preparation, light household tasks, and accompanying clients to appointments or errands</li> <li>Ongoing monitoring and documentation of client condition, vital signs, and incidents using an Electronic Visit Verification (EVV) system</li> <li>Responsible for maintaining a safe home environment and operating medical equipment appropriately</li> <li>Caseload spans patients of all ages, backgrounds, and functional levels — comfort working across diverse home environments is essential</li> <li>Independent, self-directed workflow with flexible scheduling expectations</li> <li>Confidentiality standards and HIPAA compliance are integral to the daily role</li> </ul>
<h3>Qualifications</h3> <ul> <li>Florida state requirement: successful completion of at least 40 hours of training in areas required by the Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA), or successful passage of the Home Health Aide competency test (AHCA Form 3110-1007)</li> <li>Current, valid driver's license with personal vehicle insurance and reliable personal transportation — required for home visits</li> <li>Current CPR certification preferred; must be obtained within 90 days of hire if not already held</li> <li>Six or more months of home care experience preferred</li> <li>Ability to work flexible hours and function independently in varied home environments</li> <li>Must pass a pre-employment drug screening</li> </ul>
<h3>About the Community</h3> <p>Melbourne is a coastal city on Florida's Space Coast, situated along the Indian River Lagoon in Brevard County — offering year-round warm weather, Atlantic Ocean beaches, and a relaxed quality of life at a cost of living well below Florida's major metros. The area is home to a growing healthcare corridor, strong public and private school options, and easy access to outdoor recreation including boating, fishing, and nature preserves. Kennedy Space Center and the broader aerospace industry give the region a distinctive energy, while proximity to Orlando (roughly one hour west) adds urban amenities without the urban pace.</p>