Certified Hospice Aide--Dallas
About The Position
The Certified Hospice Aide (CNA) provides direct patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN). This role focuses on supporting patients with daily living activities, promoting comfort and safety, and assisting the clinical team in delivering high-quality care. The position requires an understanding of the hospice philosophy and comfort in providing specialized care to the terminally ill. The aide must be self-directing, able to work with little direct supervision, and possess a calm demeanor when in a patient's home, showing empathy for the needs of the ill, injured, frail, and impaired. The role also involves providing emotional support and companionship to patients and families.
Requirements
- Active Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification in the state of Texas.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Current CPR certification.
- Proof of auto insurance.
- Valid Driver’s License.
- Must pass drug test.
- Basic knowledge of patient care practices and medical terminology.
- Ability to follow care plans and instructions from nursing staff.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to perform physical tasks, including lifting up to 50 lbs. and standing for extended periods.
- At least 18 years of age.
- Ability to read and follow written instructions and document care given.
- Understands hospice philosophy, comfortable providing specialized care to the terminally ill.
- Is self-directing with the ability to work with little direct supervision.
- Secure with issues of death/dying.
- Provides a calm manner when in a patient’s home.
- Has empathy for the needs of the ill, injured, frail and impaired.
- Demonstrates tact, patience, and good personal hygiene.
- Licensed driver with automobile that is insured in accordance with organization requirements and is in good working order.
- Good oral and written communications.
- Good organizational skills.
Nice To Haves
- Knowledge of Point Care charting system preferred but not required.
- Knowledge of Pointcare EMR charting system—preferred but not required.
Responsibilities
- Assist patients with activities of daily living (ADLs), including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and eating.
- Monitor and report changes in patient condition to nursing staff promptly.
- Assist with patient mobility, including transfers, repositioning, and ambulation.
- Provide emotional support and companionship to patients and families.
- Maintain a clean, safe, and comfortable patient environment, including changing linens and sanitizing equipment.
- Document care provided and update patient records accurately.
- Assist nurses and other healthcare professionals with procedures and care tasks.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
