Hospice Aide (Certified Nursing Assistant) North Houston

Doctor's Choice Home Care & Hospice Texas; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in North Houston is seeking a dedicated Hospice Aide (CNA preferred) to deliver compassionate personal care and assist with patient procedures. This full-time role involves working in patient homes and requires strong communication skills and a commitment to quality service. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, and a referral bonus program.

Benefits

Pay Per-Visit (PPV)

PTO and Holidays

Cell Phone & Mileage Reimbursement

Full-Time Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Disability, 401(k)

Referral Bonus Program

Qualifications

• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) preferred.
• CPR certification required.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on personal care and assist with simple procedures.
• Aid in ambulation exercises and help administer medications under RN supervision.
• Participate in interdisciplinary assessments and care planning.

Skills

Communication

Customer Relations

Initiative

Education

High School diploma or GED

Completion of Medicare and State-approved Hospice Aide training

Job description

Hospice Aide (Certified Nursing Assistant) North Houston

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Job Description

Summary of Essential Functions:

A Hospice Aide, committed to caring, is trained and competent in providing hands-on personal care, assisting with simple procedures as an extension of nursing or therapy, aiding in ambulation exercises, and helping administer medications (limited to assisting with water or fluids) under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN). The aide contributes to all phases of the QAPI program and participates in interdisciplinary assessments and care planning with patients, their representatives, and caregivers.

Qualifications

• Meets one of the requirements of Chapter 558.843
• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) in the practicing state(s), preferred
• CPR certification required
• Ability to exercise initiative and independent judgment
• Strong communication skills, both oral and written, with excellent interpersonal skills
• Good customer relations skills and a commitment to quality service
• Supportive of the core values and goals of the agency
• Valid driver’s license, auto liability insurance, and reliable transportation; 100% travel may be required

Educational Requirements

• High School diploma or GED; completion of a Medicare and State-approved Hospice Aide training and competency course

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements

• Work indoors in agency offices and patient homes, with travel involved
• Requires physical effort, including lifting up to 100 pounds, kneeling, squatting, reaching, twisting, and walking
• Must have sight/hearing or adaptive devices, and provide evidence of annual TB test and other required examinations
• Exposure to elements, odors, blood, body fluids, and hazardous materials

Coverage Area

• North Houston

Compensation & Benefits

• Pay Per-Visit (PPV), PTO, Holidays
• Cell Phone & Mileage Reimbursement or Company Vehicle
• Full-Time Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Disability, 401(k)
• Referral Bonus Program

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Healthcare Provider
• Industries: Hospitals and Healthcare