FT Hospice Field C.N.A's - WE'RE GROWING!

Houston Hospice•Houston, TX

About The Position

Houston Hospice is seeking a field Certified Nursing Assistant to provide personal care to patients and families as a participating member of a hospice team. The role serves patients in the field, with tasks assigned by and performed under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. Houston Hospice provides compassionate end-of-life care to patients of all ages and their families across 13 counties in the Greater Houston area, in patients’ homes, long-term care facilities, and its inpatient care unit.

Requirements

Satisfactory completion of a training and competency evaluation program that complies with state and federal regulations, with one year of experience preferred; alternatively, be listed on the Texas Department of Human Services’ Nurse Aide Registry.
No findings against the aide relating to client abuse or neglect or misappropriation of client property, according to the Nurse Aide Registry.
No criminal history or employee misconduct record that would preclude hiring.
Current certification in basic life support.
Ability to read, write, and carry out instructions.
Effective interpersonal skills.
Understanding of hospice philosophy of care.
Ability to accommodate the multi-faith beliefs and backgrounds of patients and families.
Ability to travel to multiple work locations during the workday and evenings as needed.
Reliable transportation.

Nice To Haves

One year of experience.
Experience with terminal patients, oncology, or home health services.

Responsibilities

Assist with personal patient hygiene, elimination, feeding, and mobility according to the patient’s needs and plan of care.
Assist with or provide environmental services essential to maintaining the assigned patient and unit environment.
Document care provided and the patient’s response according to documentation guidelines.
Report changes in patient or family condition and needs to the primary nurse.
Complete 12 hours of continuing education per calendar year, prorated according to date of hire.
Participate in weekend and holiday rotation.
Assist with new employee training.
Attend all mandatory in-service meetings.
Understand and adhere to organizational privacy practices and compliance programs.
Help provide service that supports the organization’s mission, values, vision, and goals.
Perform other duties as required or requested by management.