CNA Beaumont Area

Valor Hospice; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Valor Hospice is seeking a Hospice Aide to provide direct patient care in the patient’s home, under the supervision of a registered nurse. You will assist in safe transfers, report changes, and help maintain a clean, comfortable environment.

The role requires reading, writing, and clear verbal communication of clinical information to patients, families, and hospice staff. Reliable transportation is needed for in-home visits and care delivery.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma Preferred. Has successfully completed one of the following: a) Medicare §418.76(b)(c) training/competency evaluation; b) competency evaluation program meeting §418.76(c); c) nurse aide training/competency evaluation program approved by the state and listed on the nurse aide registry; d) state licensure meeting §418.76(b)(c).

Responsibilities

• Provides direct patient care to patients under the direction of the RN and according to the Aide Plan of Care.
• Assists in safe transfers and ambulation per Hospice policy.
• Reports changes and documents care rendered to ensure continuity of care.
• Maintains infection control; provides a clean, safe, environment.
• Promotes respectful communication with patient, family, and staff.
• Respects patient privacy and property.
• Assists with proper nutrition and adequate fluid intake.
• Contributes to efficient operation and time management of the Hospice.
• Performs treatments and procedures according to Hospice guidelines.

Skills

Communication

Clinical reporting

Time management

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Nurse aide training

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Houston, TX 77056Primary function is to provide personal healthcare and related services to the patient in their place of residence; to
assist in providing a safe and clean environment; work cooperatively with the patient, and family; and share observations and
problems with the supervisor. Works under the direction and supervision of a registered nurse.

Essential Functions:

• Provides direct patient care to patient under direction of the RN and according to the Aide Plan of Care.
• Provides necessary skills to assist the patient with safe transfers and ambulation per the Hospice policy.
• Provides necessary skill to appropriately report changes and document pertinent information and care rendered to patient to ensure continuity of care.
• Practices accepted infection control principles. Provide a clean, safe, and comfortable environment.
• Promotes positive, supportive, respectful communication to patient/family and other employees.
• Provides an environment which promotes respect for patient, privacy, and property.
• Provides skills necessary to assist the patient with proper nutrition and adequate fluid intake.
• Contributes to the management and efficient operation of the Hospice and demonstrate effective time management skills.
• Provides skills necessary to perform treatments and procedures according to the Hospice

QualificationsEducation:

High School Diploma Preferred. Has successfully completed one of the following: A) Training program/competency evaluation as specified in §418.76(b)(c) of the Medicare regulations; B) Competency evaluation program that meets §418.76( c); C) Nurse aide training/competency evaluation program approved by the state and listed in good standing on the state nurse aide registry; D) State Licensure program that meets requirements of §418.76(b)©.

Licensure:

Must have a current driver's license.

Experience:

At least one year experience preferred as a Hospice Aide or Nursing Assistant in a hospital, nursing home, home health agency, hospice or long-term care facility or completion of Certified Nursing Assistant or Certified Home Health Aide Program.

Skills:

Must be able to read, write, and verbally report clinical information to patients, representatives, and care givers, as well as to other hospice staff. Demonstrates interest in the welfare of the ill and elderly. Successful completion of the Aide Competency Evaluation Skills Checklist that meets §418.76© and written Skills Test.

Transportation:

Reliable transportation and valid auto liability insurance.