CNA Sherman Area

Valor Hospice; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 51,577,000 - 63,039,000; Full time

Job summary

Valor Hospice in Houston, TX seeks a dedicated Hospice Aide to provide direct patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse in patients' homes. You will assist with safe transfers, nutrition, infection control, and reporting changes to ensure continuity of care.

The role emphasizes compassionate communication with patients and families, privacy respect, and efficient, compliant task execution in a home-based hospice setting.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma preferred.
• A) Training program/competency evaluation per Medicare §418.76.
• B) Competency evaluation program per §418.76.
• C) Nurse aide training/competency evaluation program approved by state.
• D) State licensure program per §418.76(b).

Responsibilities

• Provides direct patient care under RN direction.
• Assists with safe transfers and ambulation per Hospice policy.
• Reports changes and documents care rendered for continuity of care.
• Maintains infection control, a clean safe environment.
• Promotes respectful communication with patient/family and staff.
• Respects patient privacy and property.
• Assists with proper nutrition and fluid intake.
• Manages time effectively for Hospice operations.
• Performs treatments and procedures according to Hospice guidelines.

Skills

Direct patient care

Infection control

Communication

Time management

Observation reporting

Education

High School Diploma Preferred

A) Medicare regulation training/competency

B) Competency evaluation program

C) Nurse aide training/competency evaluation

D) State licensure program

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Houston, TX 77056 Position Type: Full Time Salary Range: $19.00 Hourly Job Shift: Day Primary 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

Qualifications / Education

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.