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Apreva Hospice

CNA / Certified Nursing Assistant - Hospice Aide

San Diego, CA

$22/hr

About $46k–$56k/yr

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CNACertified Nursing AssistantsNursing Assistants & Aides

Posted May 21, 2026 · Last seen active Aug 16, 2026

What this means for you

The posted pay pencils out to roughly $46k–$56k a year. It's a day shift — the busiest hours, the fullest crew, and your evenings back. Eight-hour shifts keep the days human-sized — rarer than it should be, and worth noticing.

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Shift
Days · 8-hour

About this role

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Our Company: Apreva Hospice Overview: Office Location: 3333 Camino Del Rio South, Ste. 400, San Diego, CA 92108 Coverage area: South/Southeast San Diego County Schedule: Mon-Fri, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Are you a CNA looking for a new opportunity? Apreva Hospice is seeking a passionate, dedicated Hospice CNA to join our team in San Diego, CA. 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 Benefits and Perks for You! Medical, Dental, Vision insurance Health Savings & Flexible Spending Accounts (up to $5,000 for childcare) Tuition discounts & reimbursement 401(k) with company match Generous PTO Mileage reimbursement Access to wellness and discount programs such as Noom, SkinIO (Virtual Skin Cancer Screening), childcare, gym memberships, pet insurance, travel and entertainment discounts and more! *Benefits may vary by employment status Responsibilities: 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 Qualifications: Meet the training requirements of the state of practice Minimum of six months experience including providing personal care Must be 18+ years of age Complete a minimum of 75 hours of classroom and supervised practical training, 16 of the 75 hours of classroom must be complete prior to a mandatory 16 hours of practical training Possess and maintain current CPR certification Ability to read and follow written instructions and document care given Understands hospice philosophy, comfortable providing specialized care to the terminally ill Ability to work with little direct supervision Ability to handle death/dying Strong oral and written communication skills Good Organizational Skills About our Line of Business: Apreva Hospice, an affiliate of BrightSpring Health Services, is committed to bringing a high level of care to our patients and their families. We are able to do this by employing compassionate, skilled individuals who are committed to providing a true hospice experience for our patients. Our mission and purpose are to honor and promote dignity and quality of life for our patients and their loved ones. If you are seeking a hospice that will allow you to provide meaningful care from day one, join our family of talented health care professionals. For more information, please visit www.aprevahospice.com. Follow us on Facebook and LinkedIn. Salary Range: USD $22.00 - $27.00 / Hour

Skills for this role

Personal CareBathingDressingToiletingMobilityRepositioningROM exercisesTransfersSafe equipment useMedication assistanceLight HousekeepingDocumentation

Certifications

CPRBLS

Requirements

  • CNA
  • 18 years or older
  • CPR Certification
  • Terminal illness counseling
  • Patient progress tracking
  • Caregiving documentation requirements
  • Mileage reimbursement
  • Toileting assistance
  • Hourly pay

Benefits

  • Employee discount
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Pet insurance
  • Flexible spending account
  • Mileage reimbursement
  • 401(k) matching
  • Paid time off

Living in San Diego, CA

San Diego pairs year-round beach weather with a laid-back outdoor lifestyle that makes it easy to trade scrubs for surfboards after a shift. Balboa Park offers trails and museums, while neighborhoods like Hillcrest give nurses walkable dining and nightlife options.

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Metro price level · San Diego area
12% above the national average
BEA index 111.9 (100 = national)
Median gross rent
$2,313/mo
rent and tenant-paid utilities
Median household income
$108,077/yr
all local households, not nurse pay

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On your path

Hospice is a specialty you move into. Med surg, oncology, or home health is the usual door in.

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  • How are floating and staffing support handled day to day?
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