Hospice CNA | Ft. Worth

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

This FULL-TIME Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) provides direct patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN). This role focuses on supporting patients with daily living activities, promoting comfort and safety, and assisting the clinical team in delivering high-quality care.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist patients with activities of daily living (ADLs), including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and eating.
• Monitor and report changes in patient condition to nursing staff promptly.
• Assist with patient mobility, including transfers, repositioning, and ambulation.
• Provide emotional support and companionship to patients and families.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and comfortable patient environment, including changing linens and sanitizing equipment.
• Document care provided and update patient records accurately.
• Assist nurses and other healthcare professionals with procedures and care tasks.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Active Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification in the state of Texas.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Current CPR and proof of auto insurance.
• Valid Driver's License.
• Must pass drug test.
• Basic knowledge of patient care practices and medical terminology.
• Ability to follow care plans and instructions from nursing staff.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to perform physical tasks, including lifting up to 50 lbs. and standing for extended periods.
• Knowledge of Point Care charting system preferred but not required.

Skills & Competencies

• Compassion and patient-centered care.
• Attention to detail and observation skills.
• Teamwork and collaboration.
• Time management and organization.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced healthcare environment.

Work Environment

CNAs work in a variety of healthcare settings such as hospitals, nursing homes, assisted living facilities, and hospice care.

Physical Requirements

• Frequent standing, walking, bending, and lifting.
• Ability to safely move or assist patients.
• Manual dexterity for patient care tasks JOB REQUIREMENTS (Education, Experience, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities).

• At least 18 years of age.
• Ability to read and follow written instructions and document care given.
• Understands hospice philosophy, comfortable providing specialized care to the terminally ill.
• Is self-directing with the ability to work with little direct supervision. Secure with issues of death/dying.
• Provides a calm manner when in a patient's home.
• Has empathy for the needs of the ill, injured, frail and the impaired.
• Possess and maintains current CPR certification.
• Demonstrates tact, patience, and good personal hygiene.
• Licensed driver with automobile that is insured in accordance with organization requirements and is in good working order.
• Good oral and written communications.
• Good organizational skills.
• Knowledge of Pointcare EMR charting systempreferred but not required.

The employer for this position is The Pennant Group, Inc., a holding company of independent operating subsidiaries that provide healthcare services through home health and hospice agencies and senior living communities located throughout the US.