Hospice CNA (PRN)

Lifted Hospice; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Lifted Hospice is seeking a field-based Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) in San Antonio, TX. The role involves delivering essential personal care to patients in home or care settings, under RN supervision, with focus on dignity and comfort.

You will work closely with families and the care team to ensure compassionate, consistent care across visits. Requirements include an approved CNA training program and Texas CNA certification, with strong communication skills and a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Completion of state-approved CNA training program.
• Active Texas CNA certification.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• One year of hospice/home health experience preferred.
• Strong communication and compassionate presence.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct personal care to patients under RN supervision.
• Assist with mobility and safety, transfers, and ambulation.
• Observe and report changes in patient condition to RN.
• Maintain infection control and patient privacy.

Skills

CNA credential

English communication

Education

CNA certification in Texas

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Contact information

• Other Compensation Compensation: $23-25 per completed patient visit.
• Employee Type Per Visit

Description

The Lifted Difference

At Lifted Hospice, our mission is simple yet powerful: Helping people live life to the fullest . We serve the communities where we live and work by delivering compassionate, clinically excellent end-of-life care. With a commitment to dignity, comfort, and quality of life, we walk alongside patients and their families -meeting them where they are, when they need it most.

What makes us different is how we show up. We care for patients and families like they’re our own -and we support each other the same way. At Lifted Hospice, you’ll be part of a culture built on trust, unity, and joy. We serve from a place of favor, and we never forget the sacredness of what we do.

A Calling with Impact

At Lifted Hospice, our Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) are more than caregivers -- they are the hands and heart of compassionate, dignified care. In hospice care your reliability and compassion have lasting impact. As a field-based CNA, you’ll serve patients in their home or care setting by providing essential personal care services under the supervision of a registered nurse. You’ll work closely with families, support the care team, and help bring comfort and peace - one visit at a time.

Your Role in the Mission

As a CNA at Lifted Hospice, you play a crucial role in bringing dignity, comfort, and consistency to our patients and their families. You are often the most present member of the care team - the one who helps a patient feel seen, safe, and supported every day.

Key Responsibilities

Following the Plan of Care - Providing direct personal care under the supervision of the RN, in alignment with the CNA Plan of Care and patient preferences.

Assisting with mobility and safety - Helping patients transfer, move, and ambulate safely - while maintaining a calm, clean, and secure environment.

Observing and reporting - Noticing and promptly reporting any changes in the patient’s condition or behavior to the RN, supporting proactive care.

Practicing infection control - Following all safety and hygiene protocols to protect the health of patients, families, and teammates.

Respecting privacy and dignity - Upholding patient confidentiality, respecting personal property, and communicating with kindness and professionalism.

Physical Requirements & Work Environment

Remain active throughout the day - Ability to stand, walk, bend, and move frequently while providing patient care.

Assist with patient mobility - Ability to safely lift up to 50 pounds and assist with transferring, repositioning, and moving patients.

Work in a fast-paced environment - Ability to prioritize tasks, make sound clinical decisions, and respond calmly to changing patient and family needs.

Use clinical equipment - Demonstrate manual dexterity, hand-eye coordination, and the ability to safely operate durable medical equipment.

Skills and Qualifications

Completion of a state-approved Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) training program.

Active CNA certification in the State of Texas.

High school diploma or equivalent required.

At least one year of experience in hospice, home health, or a similar care setting is preferred.

Compassionate presence and strong communication skills.

Basic understanding of hospice care principles and a heart to serve.

Ability to read, write, and communicate clearly in English.

Comfortable using a smartphone for communication and documentation.

Valid Texas driver’s license, reliable transportation, and current auto liability insurance

Where You’ll Work

In this role, you’ll serve patients wherever they call home - whether in a private residence, assisted living, nursing facility, or memory care setting.

You’ll provide personal care in varied environments, both indoors and outdoors, and may be exposed to infectious diseases and bodily fluids as part of your essential work. You’ll also regularly connect with your local care team to stay aligned on patient needs and ensure care is consistent, respectful, and personalized.

At Lifted Hospice, we don’t just work shifts - we carry the mission forward together.