Job Summary Join our compassionate team as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) specializing in hospice care within the Dallas-Fort Worth area. In this vital role, you will provide exceptional patient-centered care to individuals nearing the end of life, ensuring comfort, dignity, and respect. Your energetic and empathetic approach will support patients and their families through one of life's most sensitive moments. You will work closely with interdisciplinary teams to deliver personalized care plans, monitor patient needs, and maintain accurate medical documentation. This position offers an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of patients while developing your skills in diverse healthcare settings. Duties Assist patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and mobility using safe lifting practices and equipment like Hoyer lifts. Monitor and record changes in patient condition accurately within electronic health record (EHR) systems. Provide emotional support and compassionate communication to patients and their families during difficult times, fostering a comforting environment. Collaborate with nurses to implement personalized care plans tailored to each patient's needs. Maintain patient confidentiality by adhering strictly to HIPAA guidelines and safeguarding medical records across all documentation platforms such as EMR/EHR systems. Perform specialized care tasks including catheter care, infection control using aseptic techniques, wound management, and dementia or Alzheimer's care strategies. Assist with transfers using patient transfer methods appropriate for each individual's mobility level while practicing safe manual handling techniques. Participate in ongoing training related to emergency medicine protocols such as CPR, basic life support (BLS), and infectious disease care to ensure readiness for urgent situations. Qualifications Current certification as a Nursing Assistant (CNA) with valid state licensure required. Demonstrated experience working with geriatric patients in hospice, long-term care facilities, or home care environments preferred. Familiarity with EMR/EHR systems such as Consolo for accurate medical documentation. Experience working with individuals with disabilities or behavioral health needs is highly desirable. Knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, physiology, and patient transfer methods essential for delivering safe care. Prior experience in diverse healthcare settings including hospital medicine, ICU, emergency medicine, or post-acute care is advantageous. Strong communication skills to effectively coordinate with team members and provide caregiver support. Ability to perform heavy lifting safely while maintaining proper body mechanics during patient transfers or manual handling tasks. Commitment to maintaining patient confidentiality under HIPAA standards and adhering to infection control protocols such as aseptic technique. Join us in delivering exceptional hospice care that enriches lives through compassionate service!

Pay:

$20.00 - $25.00 per hour Expected hours: 10.0 - 40.0 per week

Benefits:

Mileage reimbursement Paid orientation Paid training

Work Location:

In person