Hospice Aide South Surrounding Areas

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

Job summary

Valor Hospice seeks a dedicated Hospice Aide to provide direct patient care under RN supervision in home or residential settings. You will assist with transfers, report changes, and document care to ensure continuity and safety.

The role emphasizes infection control and compassionate communication with patients and families. Applicants should have a high school diploma (or equivalent) and state-approved nurse aide training, with a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma preferred.
• Completion of nurse aide training/competency program approved by state.
• Current driver’s license is required.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct patient care under RN direction and the Aide Plan of Care.
• Assists with safe transfers and ambulation per hospice policy.
• Reports changes and documents care rendered to ensure continuity of care.
• Maintains infection control and a clean, safe environment.
• Communicates respectfully with patient, family, and staff.
• Ensures patient privacy and protects property.
• Assists with nutrition and adequate fluid intake.
• Supports efficient hospice operations and time management.
• Performs treatments and procedures per hospice guidelines.

Skills

Communication

Documentation

Infection control

Time management

Education

High school diploma

Nurse aide training program

State licensure training

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Dallas, TX 75207

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.