CNA Hospice Care Center (PRN)

PRN CNA Position

This PRN position is needed to cover any of the following areas: Ft. Worth/HEB/Southlake/Colleyville/Grapevine/Mansfield

Position Summary

The 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 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.

Custom Care Home Health & Hospice