Hospice CNA - Variable/PRN
- PRN / per diem
- CNA certification
- Driver's license
How this pay compares
This posting states $18.50–$22.13 an hour. Open certified nursing assistant jobs in Colorado post a median of $22.38 an hour, the middle half $21–$23.94, across 187 jobs that state their pay, so this one is below the middle half of what they post. Certified nursing assistants employed in Colorado earn a median of $22.78 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics).
Certified nursing assistants in Colorado: pay by town and employer
Workplace injuries
HopeWest - Compass Drive in Grand Junction reported 7 work injuries and illnesses to OSHA for 2025 over 419,010 hours worked: 3.3 per 100 full-time workers, against 2.8 per 100 full-time workers at home health agenciesnationwide. With its hours, the best estimate leaning on similar sites is 3.2 per 100 full-time workers. This is the employer's own report. Workplace injuries by employer.
What families say of Hopewest Grand Junction
84% of the families of its patients said the team always communicated well (Colorado's middle hospice: 81%), 4 of 5 stars from families (Medicare's hospice survey, Aug 2026). Families' ratings of the care, not employees' of the job. Its other hospices.
What Colorado requires of a certified nursing assistant
Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) on the Colorado Nurse Aide Registry, from the Colorado State Board of Nursing (Division of Professions and Occupations).
- Training: at least 75 hours, 16 of them supervised clinical practice.
- Exam: NNAAP written (or oral) exam plus skills evaluation, administered by Credentia; both parts must be passed.
Certified nursing assistant jobs and requirements in Colorado
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- How often these jobs state their pay: Jobs stating any pay 48.4% · Stating an hourly rate 47.4%
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About the job
Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA)
PRN-Variable
Become a part of our special team of clinical staff to help support the community you live in!
For over 33 years, HopeWest has been caring for the whole person – mind, body, and spirit. Our quality of service and caring is deeply rooted in the HopeWest Values, including Honor & Respect, Empathy, and Spirit of Volunteerism & Service. Our Mission explains the “why” we care…to profoundly change the experiences of aging, illness, and grief – one family at a time.
HopeWest is known for going above and beyond for our patients, families, and staff – if you want to be proud to tell others where you work, join our organization!
CNA's for Hospice are responsible for providing personal care to our patients. Our CNA's meet the needs of our patients under the supervision of the Registered Nurse. They are part of the interdisciplinary team that all work together to create a one-of a kind experience for our patients and their families.
If you love being a CNA, and genuinely enjoy helping others, this will be a great fit.
What You Bring
- Current Colorado CNA License
- Valid Colorado Driver’s license, adequate automobile insurance and reliable transportation, if providing care in the community setting
- A genuine spirit of caring and compassion
- Effective communication and ability to work within a multidisciplinary team
What We Offer
- Competitive pay starting at $18.50-$22.13 per hour
- Variable rate of 10% added to base wage
- Mileage reimbursement for work related driving
- Cell phone and laptop provided for documentation
- EAP & Disability
- Colorado Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FAMLI) program
- 403b Retirement plan with up to 3% employer match
- 15% discount at Spoons Bistro & Bakery, and Heirlooms locations At HopeWest, we hold strong core values that are followed internally with staff as well as in the daily care of our patients & their loved ones. Employees of HopeWest are ambassadors that help continue our strong reputation in the communities we serve. If you want to feel honor and pride in the work that you do, while supporting a meaningful mission, come join our HopeWest Team! Together, through creativity, volunteerism, and philanthropy we change the experiences of aging, illness, and grief – one family at a time.
HopeWest honors our service members and encourages veterans to apply. This position will remain open until filled.
From HopeWest's job posting, checked 13 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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HopeWest hires nurses, nursing assistants and front-office staff in Grand Junction, Colorado.
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