Certified Nurse Assistant - Home Health & Hospice

Corus Health; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 33,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

PTO

401(k)

Mileage reimbursement

Investment in training and growth

Job summary

Corus Health in Albuquerque seeks a Certified Nurse Assistant to join its Hospice team, delivering hands-on personal care that brings dignity, comfort and human connection during challenging times.

You will follow care plans, document care in the EMR, report changes to nurses, assist with mobility, and provide emotional support to patients and families. A NM CNA certification, a state-approved training, and reliable transportation are required; home health or hospice experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• Must hold a Nurse Aide Certification in New Mexico.
• Completion of a state-approved Nurse Aide Training program.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least one year of experience preferred; home health or hospice experience is a plus.
• Follows care plans, documents with care, and communicates clearly with patients, families, and clinical staff.
• Reliable transportation, valid driver's license, and auto insurance for patient home visits.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care services including bathing, grooming, dressing, mobility, toileting, and feeding under supervision of a licensed nurse.
• Measure and record vital signs and report changes to supervising staff.
• Assist with ambulation, transfers, and positioning to promote comfort and prevent complications.
• Offer emotional support and companionship to patients and families.
• Document care provided accurately in the EMR in a timely manner.
• Support infection control and safety procedures in every care environment.
• Participate in in-service training and continuing education as assigned

Skills

Compassionate patient care

Clear communication

Documentation

Education

Nurse Aide Certification (NM)

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

EMR (Electronic Medical Records)

Job description

About the Role

At Corus Health, we are known for warm, steady, and mission-anchored care. As a Certified Nurse Assistant on our Hospice team in Albuquerque, you'll provide hands‑on personal care that brings dignity, comfort, and genuine human connection to patients and families navigating one of life's most significant seasons. If you show up with patience, compassion, and a steady presence - you'll belong here.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide personal care services including bathing, grooming, dressing, mobility, toileting, and feeding under the supervision of a licensed nurse


• Measure and record vital signs as directed, and promptly report changes in patient condition to supervising staff


• Assist with ambulation, transfers, and positioning to promote comfort and prevent complications


• Offer emotional support and companionship to patients and families throughout the care process


• Document care provided accurately and in a timely manner in the EMR


• Support infection control and safety procedures in every care environment


• Participate in in-service training and continuing education as assigned

Requirements

What We’re Looking For

• Current certification as a Nurse Aide in the state of New Mexico


• Completion of a state‑approved Nurse Aide Training program


• High school diploma or equivalent


• At least one year of experience preferred; home health or hospice experience is a plus


• Someone who follows care plans closely, documents with care, and communicates clearly with patients, families, and clinical staff


• Reliable transportation, valid driver's license, and auto insurance for patient home visits

Why Join Us

• medical, dental, and vision insurance,


• PTO,


• 401(k),


• mileage reimbursement,


• real investment in your training and professional growth.

You’ll work alongside a clinical team that supports you, in a mission-driven culture where the work you do genuinely matters. If you're someone who brings calm and consistency to difficult moments, we'd be honored to have you on our team.