Position: Hospice Aide (CNA)
Type: PRN/Part-Time to go Full-Time with Growth
Pay: $19-$20 per Hour (based on Experience)
Location: Socorro, NM
About Us
Luna Del Valle (LDV) Hospice is a 100% locally-owned and operated hospice agency—nurse- and healthcare professional-owned—based in Albuquerque, NM. We take pride in going above and beyond for our patients and their loved ones while giving back to our New Mexico community. LDV Hospice is dedicated to providing exceptional, compassionate, and dignified end-of-life care.
We’re currently seeking a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) to join our team of Hospice Aides. No prior hospice experience required—if you've worked as a CNA in a hospital, clinic, or care facility, we encourage you to apply!
Position Overview
As a Hospice Aide with Luna Del Valle Hospice, you will provide compassionate personal care and emotional support to patients during their end-of-life journey. You’ll work closely with an interdisciplinary team and under the supervision of a Registered Nurse or licensed therapist to ensure each patient’s comfort, safety, and dignity.
Responsibilities
- Assist patients with personal care such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and hygiene
- Support mobility, safe transfers, and repositioning to enhance comfort and prevent injury
- Provide emotional support and companionship to patients and families
- Perform simple therapeutic procedures such as range-of-motion exercises and ambulation under direction
- Assist in administering medications that are typically self-administered, under RN guidance and in accordance with state regulations
- Carry out light housekeeping tasks essential to the patient’s health and comfort
- Maintain accurate documentation of care provided and changes in patient condition
- Participate in patient care conferences and collaborate with the interdisciplinary care team
- Follow written care instructions from an RN or therapist
- Uphold strict patient confidentiality and adhere to all HIPAA and safety regulations
Qualifications
- Current Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification in New Mexico
- High school diploma or GED
- Completion of a state-approved CNA training or competency evaluation program
- Must be listed in good standing on the New Mexico Nurse Aide Registry
- Compassionate bedside manner and empathetic approach to patient care
- Ability to lift, transfer, and reposition patients safely
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills
- Must have a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
- Must not be listed on the OIG Excluded Provider List
Preferred Qualifications
- At least 1 year of experience as a CNA, home health aide, or similar role
- Experience working with elderly or terminally ill patients
Additional Requirements
- Occasional participation in on-call rotation may be required
- Must be able to manage time efficiently and work independently in the field
- Must be open to continuing education and attending in-services
Why Join Luna Del Valle Hospice?
- Competitive pay and benefits
- Nights and weekends off (unless otherwise requested)
- Supportive, low-stress environment with meaningful patient connections
- Work that makes a real impact without the burnout of a hospital setting
- Opportunity to give back to our local community in a deeply rewarding way
If you're a compassionate, reliable CNA looking for more fulfilling work and a supportive team that feels like family, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply today and help us provide comfort, dignity, and peace during life’s most sacred moments.
🌙 Luna Del Valle Hospice – Where Compassion Meets Care.
About Us
"Who" We Are
Luna Del Valle Hospice is a united team, driven by our shared passions for creating a positive impact in our community. We firmly believe in the significance of providing top-tier hospice care, recognizing that the culmination of life's journey holds a special importance, perhaps even greater than any other life experience. LDV Hospice is guided by the principle that every individual within our community, regardless of their financial circumstances or geographical location, is entitled to receive comprehensive healthcare and dignified end-of-life support. Our dedicated team comprises Registered Nurses and other Healthcare Professionals who were disheartened by the prevailing trend of profit-driven priorities overshadowing patient well-being and the quality of care. Recognizing this trend within the hospice industry, we resolved to instigate a change. Our team is resolute in its commitment to effecting meaningful change within our community on a deeply personal level, touching lives one person at a time.
"Why" We Are
At LDV Hospice, our heartfelt mission is rooted in a strong dedication to serving our community with deep compassion, genuine empathy, and an unyielding commitment. We firmly uphold the belief that every individual should receive the utmost quality of care and comfort throughout their end-of-life journey. Our team of highly skilled and caring professionals work tirelessly to ensure that patients and their families find a profound sense of support and understanding during this challenging phase. Our goal is to establish a secure and nurturing environment where dignity, respect, and autonomy take precedence, enabling patients to make choices that align with their values and wishes. Through the provision of comprehensive and holistic care, we aim to alleviate physical discomfort, emotional strain, and spiritual concerns, fostering an environment of solace and tranquility. Our unwavering pursuit of excellence propels us to constantly adapt, embracing the latest advancements in palliative care and integrating personalized approaches to address the unique requirements of each individual. At LDV Hospice, we perceive our role as both a privilege and a calling, and we feel honored to accompany our community on this profound and sacred journey.
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