Certified Nurse Assistant - Home Health & Hospice

Sierra Home Health and Hospice • Las Cruces, NM

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Sierra Health Care is seeking a Certified Nurse Assistant to provide care in patients’ homes as part of its Home Health and Hospice teams. The role focuses on helping patients feel safe, comfortable, and cared for while preserving their dignity and offering companionship. The assistant provides personal care according to each patient’s plan of care and under the supervision of a licensed nurse. The position also involves observing and reporting changes, documenting care in the EMR, and communicating professionally with patients, families, and the care team.

The assistant works independently with minimal daily oversight, follows infection control, safety, privacy, and organizational policies, and participates in training, interdisciplinary meetings, and case reviews. The role is based in Las Cruces, New Mexico, and requires reliable transportation for home visits.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Completion of a state-approved Nurse Aide Training program.
• Current Nurse Aide certification in the state of practice.
• A caring, steady approach and the ability to follow instructions and document services accurately.
• Clear, warm communication with patients, families, and coworkers.
• Valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, and auto insurance for home visits.

Nice To Haves

• At least one year of experience is preferred.
• Home health or hospice experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care according to patients’ plans of care and under the supervision of a licensed nurse.
• Assist patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting, eating, walking, transfers, and positioning.
• Measure and record vital signs as directed.
• Observe and promptly report changes in patients’ conditions and safety concerns to the supervising nurse.
• Accurately and promptly document care, clinical interventions, care coordination, and communication in the EMR and other required systems.
• Offer emotional support and companionship to patients and families.
• Follow infection control, safety, and risk prevention protocols.
• Participate in in-service training, continuing education, interdisciplinary meetings, and case reviews.
• Maintain HIPAA compliance and follow company privacy and confidentiality standards.
• Represent the organization professionally in patients’ homes and community settings.
• Work independently with minimal daily oversight and use initiative to complete responsibilities.
• Provide courteous, timely, and professional customer service to patients, families, and partners.
• Adapt to changing responsibilities and assignments.
• Use organizational communication, documentation, productivity, and data management technology systems effectively.
• Follow organizational policies, the mission, and the Employee Handbook; communicate respectfully to support team goals.
• Perform other duties as assigned and as required to discharge the position’s responsibilities.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• PTO.
• 401(k).
• Mileage reimbursement.
• Educational encouragement for certifications, licensure advancement, and continuing education.
• Monthly employee recognition.
• Discipline appreciation events, including a dedicated gift and luncheon for CNAs.
• Team-building events, including potlucks and celebrations.
• Referral bonuses for qualified referrals.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED