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Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - Hospice

Transition Home Health Care · HOUSTON, TX Part Time

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Job Description

At Transition Home Healthcare & Pathways Hospice, our associates are our most valuable asset. Each associate provides a service that directly or indirectly affects patients, families, other team members, and the public. We strive to excel in providing the highest quality healthcare and customer service possible, which is incumbent upon the excellence and commitment of our leaders and caregivers. We are excited to be able to contribute to this grow in this amazing healthcare direct-community with our newly formed company, contributing to all patients with a continuum of care and long-term care services. It is our goal to DELIVER excellent and patient experiences to every patient and resident family member. Hospice CNA Shift Available: PRN Service Area for Coverage: North, Northwest, South, Southeast Responsibilities: Provide exceptional care in coordination with the assigned nursing care team. Maintain patient records that include any changes in doctor’s orders, diet, or personal living activities. Help with patient meals, feeding, and basic activities of daily living. Deliver weekly reports to the case manager and review any important changes in patient conditions. Educate patients and family members. Prepare timely, complete, and accurate clinical notes. Communicate effectively with healthcare providers and other care team members. Qualifications: Must live in Central Houston (Inner Loop) CNA license in the state of Texas (required). One (1) year of hospice experience. Able to lift up to fifty (50) pounds. Able to work occasional weekends, holidays, evenings. Strong communication and people skills. Experience with HCHB EMR (preferred but not required) We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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What Most Job Listings Don’t Tell You

General overview for this role type — specific duties and requirements vary by employer.

Care aide and CNA positions in senior living are hands-on roles that require both physical stamina and genuine emotional resilience. In Texas, CNAs must hold an active certification through the Texas Health and Human Services Commission, while caregiver and aide positions may not require formal certification but typically involve on-the-job training.

What catches many new hires off guard is the physical demand — you will be on your feet for the full shift, assisting with transfers, repositioning, and mobility support. Memory care roles add another layer, as working with residents experiencing dementia or Alzheimer's requires specialized patience and de-escalation skills. Most facilities offer shift differentials for evenings and weekends, and many in the Houston area provide tuition assistance programs for aides looking to advance into nursing.

What to Expect in This Role Day-to-Day

Based on typical senior living facilities in the Houston area.

Your day typically begins with morning routines — helping residents with bathing, dressing, grooming, and getting to breakfast. Throughout the shift, you will assist with meals, escort residents to activities, monitor for changes in behavior or health, and document everything in the care log. Vital signs checks happen at regular intervals, and you will be the first person to notice if something seems off with a resident.

The team dynamic is close-knit. You will work alongside other aides, report to the charge nurse, and communicate with families who visit. In memory care units, redirection and engagement activities are a big part of the role — keeping residents calm, oriented, and socially active. The work is physically and emotionally demanding, but many aides describe deep bonds with the residents they care for and a sense of purpose that keeps them in the field long-term.

About This Employer

Transition Home Health Care is a Parent Agency located in HOUSTON, TX at 4888 LOOP CENTRAL DR STE 300. This facility holds a 4.6-star Google rating based on 18 reviews.

Care services offered: Licensed And Certified Home Health Services; Licensed Home Health Services

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Employer profile provided by Houston Senior Living Guide

Houston Area Salary Data

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, Nursing Assistant positions in the Houston metro area earn a median wage of $18.26/hr ($37,981/yr). The typical range is $17.48 – $22.17/hr (25th–75th percentile).

Entry Level (10th) $32,614/yr

Houston Median $37,981/yr

Experienced (90th) $47,341/yr

vs. National Median -10.1%

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics (Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX Metro Area). Salary data provided by Houston Senior Living Guide.