Hospice C.N.A Certified Nursing Assistant

Are you looking for a Cerified Nusing Aid position with flexibility, autonomy, and a wonderful work/life balance? If so, join our family owned Hospice agency. At Texas Life Hospice-Ft. Worth,  we take great pride in promoting a work culture which reflects in our dedicated, happy employees which give excellent patient care!  We are looking for part time C.N.A s that could turn into a full time position at some point.

JOB SUMMARY:

To provide personal care services to the terminally ill hospice patient as needed, under the direction of the RN. To provide assistance and understanding to the family and in time of bereavement. To work as a member of the Hospice team in providing Hospice care within the guidelines of the IDG care plan

Training/Licensure:                Graduate from an approved training and competency course.

Knowledge/Skills/Ability:     Must meet TX State Certified Nurse Assistance training and competency requirements. Ability to work independently, make accurate, and at times, quick judgments. Ability to respond appropriately to crisis outside of a hospital setting. Acceptance of and adaptability to different social, racial, cultural and religious modes.

Physical Requirements:

Requires considerable physical effort most of the day including kneeling, squatting, reaching, twisting, climbing, walking, exposure to temperature and humidity changes and maximal assist in lifting and/or transferring of a 100-pound patient. Must possess sight/hearing senses or use appropriate adaptive devices that will enable senses to function at a level required to meet the essential duties of the position. Must provide evidence of annual TB test and other state-required tests or examinations.

Working Conditions:

Be able to tolerate exposure to elements including, but not limited to, odors, blood, body fluids and excrements, adverse environmental conditions and hazardous materials.

Transportation:

Must have a current valid driver’s license, auto liability insurance and reliable transportation.

Texas Life Hospice complies with applicable Federal Civil Rights Laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability or sex.  Texas Life Hospice does not exclude people or treat them differently because of race, color, national origin, age, disability or sex.

Salary : $20 - $25