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Hospice Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Suncrest Hospice

Iowa City, Iowa

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Last seen active Jul 30, 2026

About this role

At Suncrest Hospice our goal is to change the expectation of hospice care in your area by providing exceptional care and service to our patients. This is achieved by allocating the resources to increase our staff to patient ratios, thereby increasing clinical visits while lowering clinician caseloads. We are proud to be a Community Health Accreditation Partner (CHAP) certified hospice. The Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) position works under the direction of the Director of CNA Services (or designee) and is responsible for providing resident care to assigned residents in accordance with resident assessments, care plans and as directed by nursing management. The CNA works with other licensed care staff to coordinate the proper types of care to residents and strictly follows all Company nursing policies and procedures as well as safety guidelines. Must have a reliable personal vehicle for daily travel to assigned facilities and patients within Suncrest's service territory and be able and willing to commute daily throughout Linn County and surrounding counties.

Skills for this role

Care coordinationCare plan implementationPatient safetyResident personal care assistanceNursing policy compliance

Certifications

CNA

Requirements

  • Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification in the state(s) of practice
  • Valid driver's license
  • Auto insurance
  • Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification in the state(s) of practice
  • Valid driver's license
  • Reliable transportation
  • Auto insurance
  • Strong commitment to improving quality of life while partnering with community organizations in patient care
  • Ability to work well within a team environment to collaborate daily with nurses, social workers, chaplains, volunteers, and aide leadership
  • Able to work independently and on your own from a day-to-day basis

Benefits

  • Competitive Pay
  • Medical insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Paid Time Off
  • 401k plan with employer match and 100% vesting after 90 days of employment
  • Work/Life Balance

About the employer

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Suncrest Hospice
Hiring organization

Suncrest Hospice is a hospice care provider located in Santa Cruz, California, serving patients in their places of residence, including private homes, assisted living facilities, and hospitals. Nurses at Suncrest Hospice work autonomously in community settings, visiting patients where they…

What reviewers appreciate

  • Field-based nursing with autonomy and variety of care settings
  • Flexible scheduling options including weekend and part-time positions
  • Meaningful hospice care work supporting patients and families at end of life

What reviewers flag

  • Driving required for field-based patient visits
  • Weekend and on-call responsibilities including answering patient and family calls
  • Emotional demands of managing deaths, symptom crises, and end-of-life care
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Living in Iowa City, IA

Iowa City blends Big Ten college-town energy with Midwestern accessibility, giving traveling RNs a mix of cultural events, riverfront trails, and a compact downtown core. Home to the University of Iowa's medical campus, it offers consistent clinical opportunities in a setting that feels both intellectually vibrant and genuinely welcoming to newcomers.

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Metro price level · Iowa City area
91.5
8% below the national average
Median gross rent
$1,094/mo
rent and tenant-paid utilities

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