Hospice Aide (CNA) - PRN

About the role

At Arc Hospice & Palliative Care, we are united by a mission to bring comfort, dignity, and compassionate support to every patient and family we serve. Join a team where your work has purpose, and your growth is supported. The Hospice Aide (CNA) – PRN role focuses on personal care and comfort support for hospice patients in patient homes and licensed care facilities within the Arlington, Irving, Grand Prairie, Texas area. Schedule is PRN with weekday coverage and occasional evenings or weekends. The aide provides direct personal care and compassionate support under the supervision of a Registered Nurse Case Manager or Manager/Director of Clinical Services, promoting patient comfort, dignity, and safety by assisting with daily activities and observing/reporting changes in condition.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, oral hygiene, and skin care as assigned
• Assist with ambulation, transfers, repositioning, and range-of-motion exercises as directed
• Observe and report changes in patient physical or emotional condition to the supervising nurse
• Assist with meals, feeding, and hydration support according to the plan of care
• Provide companionship, emotional support, and respectful presence to promote comfort and dignity
• Take and record vital signs when trained and directed by the nurse
• Maintain a clean and safe care environment, including light housekeeping related to patient care
• Provide short-term respite support to family caregivers during scheduled visits when appropriate
• Document care provided accurately and timely in accordance with agency policy
• Follow standard precautions, infection control practices, and HIPAA privacy requirements
• Participate in team meetings and required in-service training sessions
• Deliver care in any setting where the patient resides, including private homes and licensed facilities
• Provide weekend or after-hours support when directed by clinical leadership
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• CNA must reside in the Arlington, Irving, Grand Prairie, Texas area
• Active certification as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) in good standing with completion of a state-approved training program
• Current CPR certification
• Ability to read, follow, and document written care instructions accurately
• Understanding of hospice philosophy and the needs of terminally ill individuals
• Ability to work in home and facility settings with reliable transportation and a valid driver’s license
• Demonstrated empathy, sensitivity, and ability to support patients and families from diverse backgrounds
• Commitment to Arc Hospice & Palliative Care’s mission and values