Hospice Aide (Certified Nursing Assistant) South 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 South Houston is seeking a dedicated Hospice Aide to deliver compassionate care to patients in their homes. The role involves hands-on personal care, assisting with therapy, and collaborating with healthcare teams. Candidates should possess a CNA certification and excellent communication skills. Full-time benefits include medical insurance, paid time off, and mileage reimbursement.

Benefits

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Cell phone reimbursement

Mileage reimbursement

Medical, dental, vision insurance

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 assistance to patients.
• Collaborate in developing and revising care plans.
• Participate in ongoing interdisciplinary assessments.

Skills

Communication

Customer Relations

Initiative

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Hospice Aide (Certified Nursing Assistant) South Houston

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Description

Summary of Essential Functions for the Position:

Committed to Caring, our mission, a Hospice Aide is specifically trained, competent, and performs the provisions of hands-on personal care, simple procedures as an extension of therapy or nursing services, assistance in ambulation exercises, and administering medications (limited to helping with water or fluids) to patients in their residence under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN). The professional staff, whether direct employees or under arrangement, are expected to contribute to all phases of the QAPI program and participate in ongoing interdisciplinary assessments of patients. The Hospice Aide will collaborate in developing and revising the plan of care with the patient, their representative (if any), and caregiver(s).

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
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written, with strong interpersonal skills
• Good customer relations skills and a commitment to quality service
• Support for 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 the required training and competency course for Medicare Conditions of Participation and State Hospice Aide training program

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements

• Work indoors in agency offices and patient homes, with travel involved
• Requires physical effort including kneeling, squatting, reaching, twisting, climbing, walking, and assisting in lifting/transferring patients up to 100 pounds
• Must have adequate senses or adaptive devices to meet the position's duties
• Annual TB test and other state-required examinations are required
• Tolerance for exposure to odors, blood, body fluids, environmental conditions, and hazardous materials

Coverage Area

• South Houston

Compensation

• Pay Per-Visit (PPV)
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and holidays
• Cell phone reimbursement
• Mileage reimbursement or company vehicle
• Full-time benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short & long-term disability, and 401(k)
• Referral bonus program

Additional Details

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

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