In-Home Hospice CNA: Compassionate Patient Care

The Pennant Group; Corpus Christi (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pennant Group, Inc. is seeking a Hospice CNA to join its hospice and home health services network. The role involves providing compassionate personal care under a registered nurse supervision, observing and reporting patient status, and supporting comfort and dignity in a patient’s home.

Responsibilities include routine baths, grooming, meal assistance, mobility support, and safe operation of equipment; candidates must meet state CNA training requirements, be 18+, and hold CPR certification.

Qualifications

• Meets the State training requirements for hospice aides.
• Completed a minimum of 75 hours of classroom and supervised practical training.
• Sixteen hours of classroom must be completed prior to 16 hours of practical training.
• At least 18 years of age.
• Ability to read and follow written instructions and document care given.
• Satisfactory references from previous employers.
• Self-directed with minimal supervision; able to work in a patient’s home.
• Comfort with death/dying and maintaining a calm demeanor.

Responsibilities

• Perform personal care tasks per patient assignment and respond promptly to requests.
• Provide positive communication with patient and family within ethical and respectful care.
• Assist with dressing, transfer, ambulation and range of motion as directed.
• Assist with meals, feeding, and basic nutrition.
• Observe and report patient condition and changes to the Case Manager.

Skills

Oral and written communication

Organizational skills

Empathy

Reading and following instructions

Tools

CPR Certification

Job description

The Pennant Group, Inc. is seeking a Hospice CNA to join its hospice and home health services network. The role involves providing compassionate personal care under a registered nurse supervision, observing and reporting patient status, and supporting comfort and dignity in a patient’s home.

Responsibilities include routine baths, grooming, meal assistance, mobility support, and safe operation of equipment; candidates must meet state CNA training requirements, be 18+, and hold CPR certification.