Houston Hospice is seeking a candidate responsible for the personal care of patients/families on a field team as a participating member of the hospice team. Tasks are assigned by and performed under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. Houston Hospice is the oldest, largest, independent non-profit hospice in the Greater Houston area, serving 13 counties and committed to providing uncompromising, compassionate, end-of-life care to patients of all ages and their families.
Skills for this role
personal care of patients/families
Requirements
Satisfactory completion of a training and competency evaluation program complying with state/federal regulations; one year experience preferred; on Texas Department of Human Services Nurse Aide Registry with no findings of client abuse, neglect, or misappropriation of client property; no criminal history or employee misconduct record that would preclude hiring; BLS Certification; reliable transportation; hospice experience; in-home healthcare experience
About the employer
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Houston Hospice
Specialty Hospital
Houston Hospice, founded in 1980, is the oldest and largest independent nonprofit hospice organization in the Greater Houston area. With an annual budget exceeding $20 million and approximately 175 employees, the organization provides care to roughly 2,000 patients annually across…
+Strong mission-driven culture focused on compassionate end-of-life care
+Coworkers described as supportive and 'like family' in a small-facility setting
+Good pace compared to hospital floor work, suitable for nurses seeking a transition
What reviewers flag
−Management described as 'top heavy' and 'out of touch with staff' by a recent RN reviewer
−Perceived inequity in accountability — incompetent employees reportedly protected while hard workers penalized
−Stress spikes when multiple patients are transitioning simultaneously
Benefits: Houston Hospice's strategic recruitment and retention white paper references salary and benefits adjustments and workplace wellness programs as part of its retention strategy, but specific benefit offerings (e.g., health insurance, retirement, PTO) are not detailed in the provided research sources.
Houston is a sprawling, diverse metro where world-class medical centers anchor a booming healthcare economy. The nation's fourth-largest city offers no state income tax, year-round warmth, and a food scene as varied as its population. Bayou-side greenways and museum districts balance the urban energy for nurses seeking opportunity in a place that never stops growing.
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