Compassionate Hospice Aide: In-Home Patient Care & Support

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

Job summary

Valor-Hospice is seeking a Hospice Aide to provide direct patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse in patients' homes. You will assist with transfers, ambulation, and daily activities, while reporting changes and documenting care to ensure continuity.

Required are a high school diploma (preferred), and certification or training as a nurse aide. A current driver’s license is needed for travel to patient homes and timely care delivery.

Qualifications

• Provides direct patient care under RN direction.
• Reports changes and documents care for continuity of care.
• Follows infection control principles and maintains a clean, safe environment.
• Promotes respectful communication with patients, families, and staff.
• Assists with nutrition and fluid intake and supports transfers and ambulation.

Responsibilities

• Direct patient care under RN supervision as per Plan of Care.
• Assist with safe transfers and ambulation.
• Report changes, document care rendered for patient continuity.
• Maintain infection control and a clean, safe environment.
• Communicate effectively with patient, family, and hospice team.

Skills

Patient care

Communication skills

Documentation skills

Time management

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Nurse aide certification or program

Job description

Valor-Hospice is seeking a Hospice Aide to provide direct patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse in patients' homes. You will assist with transfers, ambulation, and daily activities, while reporting changes and documenting care to ensure continuity.

Required are a high school diploma (preferred), and certification or training as a nurse aide. A current driver’s license is needed for travel to patient homes and timely care delivery.