Hospice Aide/CNA - PRN

VitalCaring Group; Ennis (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Mental health support

FSAs / HSAs

Life Insurance

Referral program

Legal plans

Identity protection

Paid time off

Pet insurance

Education reimbursement

Job summary

VitalCaring is seeking a Hospice Aide/CNA to join our home-based care team. You will provide comfort, dignity and presence to patients and families, performing daily living tasks, supporting mobility, and helping maintain a safe home environment.

This role requires state-certified Hospice Aide or CNA training, CPR certification, reliable transportation, and empathy to respect patient preferences and culture.

Qualifications

• Completion of state-required Hospice Aide/CNA training.
• Current CPR certification.
• Ability to follow care plans, document clearly, and communicate effectively.
• Comfort working with end-of-life patients and families.
• Strong empathy and compassionate patient care.
• Reliable transportation and ability to travel between patient homes.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with daily living activities (bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, feeding).
• Support comfort through repositioning, mobility assistance, and skin care.
• Provide light housekeeping to maintain a clean, safe home environment.
• Offer respite support to caregivers and families.
• Observe and report changes to the RN/Case Manager.
• Document care accurately and timely, maintaining confidentiality.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Emotional intelligence

Reliability

Education

CNA certification (state dependent)

CPR certification

Job description

VitalCaring – Care That Brings Comfort When It Matters Most

At VitalCaring, care isn’t just what we do - it’s who we are.

As a Hospice Aide / CNA , you step into one of the most meaningful roles in healthcare - providing comfort, dignity, and compassion to patients and families during life’s most important moments. This is more than hands-on care. It’s about presence, empathy, and creating peace in the place patients call home.

If you are someone who leads with heart and finds purpose in serving others, this is where your impact truly matters.

Why Join VitalCaring?

• Purpose-Driven Work – Provide comfort-focused, end-of-life care that truly matters
• 1:1 Patient Care – Build meaningful relationships with patients and families in the home
• Supportive, Team-Based Model – Work alongside RNs, social workers, chaplains, and leadership
• Growth & Stability – Ongoing training, development, and a team invested in your success

What You’ll Do

• Assist patients with daily living activities including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and feeding
• Support comfort through repositioning, mobility assistance, and skin integrity care
• Provide light housekeeping to maintain a clean, safe, and comfortable environment
• Offer respite support to caregivers and families

Support Comfort, Dignity & Quality of Life

• Observe and report changes in patient condition to the RN/Case Manager
• Assist with vital signs and basic care tasks as directed
• Support care aligned with hospice philosophy—focused on comfort, not cure
• Honor patient preferences, routines, and cultural needs
• Document care accurately and timely
• Communicate with compassion and professionalism across patients, families, and team members
• Maintain confidentiality and ethical standards in every interaction

What You Bring

• Completion of state-required Hospice Aide/CNA training (CNA certification if required by state)
• Current CPR certification
• Ability to follow care plans, document clearly, and communicate effectively
• Comfort working with end-of-life patients and families
• Strong empathy, compassion, and emotional intelligence
• Reliable transportation and ability to travel between patient homes
• A true patient-first mindset with respect for dignity and quality of life

Who We Are

Founded in 2021, VitalCaring has quickly grown into a leading provider of home health and hospice services with 100+ locations nationwide. Our mission is simple: to transform lives and foster hope through genuine caring.

Our values guide everything we do: Trustworthy. Capable. Compassionate. Proactive. Called.

Ready to Make a Difference?

Virtual & Mental Health Support

FSAs & HSA

Supplemental Health & Life Insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Employee Referral Program

Prepaid Legal Plans

Identity Theft Protection

Work-Life Balance & Perks

Generous Paid Time Off

Pet Insurance

Tuition & Continuing Education Reimbursement

All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. Candidates are evaluated based on job-related qualifications, skills, and business needs.