What are the responsibilities and job description for the Certified Nursing Aide(CNA) – Hospice Care - Full-Time position at The Staff Pad?
The Staff Pad is proud to partner with a leading
nonprofit hospice and palliative care provider in in the DFW Metroplex, to hire a
compassionate Hospice Home Health Aide (HHA) / Certified Nursing Aide (CNA) dedicated to providing exceptional end-of-life care in the comfort of
patients' homes.
Reporting to the HHA Supervisor, you'll work under
the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) to provide hands-on personal care,
promote patient comfort and dignity, and support families during every stage of
the hospice journey.
You'll play a vital role in creating a safe,
respectful environment while communicating patient needs and changes to the
care team. If you're passionate about making a meaningful difference through
compassionate, patient-centered care, we'd love to hear from you.
What You'll Do
Key Responsibilities
- Provide
personal care including bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting
- Assist
with safe transfers, mobility, and ambulation following agency policies
and procedures
- Observe,
document, and report changes in patient condition to the RN Case Manager
- Support
nutrition, hydration, comfort, and daily living activities
- Maintain
a clean, safe, and respectful home environment
- Follow
individualized care plans, infection control practices, hospice &
documentation standards
- Collaborate
with nurses, caregivers, and the interdisciplinary care team
- Protect
patient privacy and respect personal property
- Perform
assigned treatments and procedures according to agency policies
- Uphold
the organization's mission, values, and standards of quality care
- Perform
other duties as assigned
What We Are Looking For
Qualifications
- High
school diploma or equivalent
- Completion
of an approved HHA/CNA training program/competency evaluation
- Minimum
of 1 year of experience as an HHA/CNA in hospice, home health, long-term
care, hospital, or nursing home preferred
- Valid
Texas driver's license, reliable transportation, and current auto
insurance
- Ability
to read, write, and communicate effectively in English & manage time
effectively
- Ability
to lift up to 50 lbs., assist with patient mobility, and work in home
environments
- Must
pass background check, competency evaluation, TB test, and meet health
screening requirements
What You Can Expect
Benefits & Perks
- Competitive
salary and mileage reimbursement
- Comprehensive
medical, dental, vision, and short term/long term insurance
- 403(b)
retirement plan
- Generous
paid time off, 6 paid holidays, flexible days
- Education
Reimbursement Assistance Program
- Continuing
education and professional development
- Supportive
team environment and flexible scheduling opportunities
Work Environment
- Work
in patients' homes with varying conditions
- Exposure
to blood, bodily fluids, and infectious diseases
- Flexible
schedule and local travel required
- Ability
to work in occasionally unpleasant environments
Join a team where compassion comes first. If you're
ready to provide comfort, dignity, and exceptional care to patients and their
families, apply today and make a lasting impact on the lives of those who need
it most.