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Cadre Hospice lists this Lavender Hour CNA-Part Time opportunity in independence, Ohio. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Lavender Hour Aide (CNA)At Cadre Family Companies, our mission is simple: People First, Always. We are a family of healthcare organizations committed to delivering compassionate, high-quality care while creating an environment where our team members can thrive personally and professionally. Whether supporting patients, families, or one another, we believe meaningful work starts with exceptional people.When you join Cadre, you'll become part of a collaborative team that values integrity, accountability, innovation, and kindness. We celebrate diverse perspectives, encourage professional growth, and empower our team members to make a lasting impact in the communities we serve.If you're looking for more than just a job—if you're looking for purpose—we'd love to meet you.About the RoleAs a Lavender Hour Aide (CNA), you'll provide compassionate, hands-on hospice care during the late afternoon and evening, typically 4:00 PM–9:00 PM, when patients and families may need an extra level of comfort, care, and reassurance.The evening hours can be especially challenging as patients may become more tired, restless, or uncomfortable, while caregivers may need additional support. You'll help patients with personal care, prepare them for the evening and bedtime, promote comfort and dignity, and provide a calm, reassuring presence for patients and their loved ones.You'll also observe and communicate changes in a patient's condition to the hospice team, helping ensure concerns are addressed early and families feel supported.It's more than a visit—it's an opportunity to bring comfort, calm, and dignity to the end of the day.What You'll DoResponsibilities may include, but are not limited to:Provide Compassionate Evening CareProvide personal care in accordance with the patient's individualized plan of care and Hospice Aide Care Plan.Assist with bathing, grooming, oral care, toileting, incontinence care, repositioning, dressing, and other activities of daily living.Assist patients with preparing for bed and settling comfortably into the evening.Provide skin care and other comfort-focused interventions within the scope of the role.Respect each patient's dignity, privacy, preferences, and individual routines.Promote Comfort & Quality of LifeProvide comfort measures that support the patient's individualized plan of care.Maintain a clean, safe, calm, and comfortable patient environment.Recognize nonverbal signs of discomfort, distress, or changes in condition.Offer a calm and reassuring presence to patients and families during the evening hours.Provide additional support when patient needs or caregiver fatigue may increase.Observe, Communicate & CollaborateObserve and promptly report changes in physical condition, behavior, comfort, skin integrity, mobility, intake, elimination, or overall status.Immediately communicate concerns related to pain, breathing difficulty, agitation, falls, safety, or other significant changes to the appropriate nurse.Reinforce education previously provided by the clinical team within the scope of the role.Work closely with the RN case manager, on-call nurse, and interdisciplinary hospice team.Communicate important observations and changes to support coordinated patient care.Support Patients & CaregiversHelp patients transition comfortably into their evening routine.Provide reassurance and support to caregivers as they prepare for the overnight hours.Assist with basic household tasks related to patient care, as appropriate.Help reduce caregiver stress by addressing appropriate patient needs proactively.Follow infection prevention, safety, patient privacy, and regulatory standards.Complete accurate and timely documentation of all care provided.Communicate missed, delayed, or changed visits promptly.QualificationsThe ideal candidate will demonstrate:Current CNA/Hospice Aide certification as required by state and federal regulations.Meets all applicable Medicare and organizational requirements for Hospice Aide services.Previous hospice, home health, long-term care, or end-of-life care experience preferred.Demonstrated ability to provide compassionate personal care with strong observation and communication skills.Comfortable working independently in patient homes and care facilities.Reliable transportation and ability to travel throughout the assigned service area.Ability to meet the physical requirements of the position.Dependable and comfortable working during late afternoon and evening hoursWhy Join Cadre?Meaningful work that makes a difference Supportive, collaborative culture Opportunities for professional growth and development Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits* A team that truly puts people first*Benefits vary by position and employment status.Equal Opportunity EmployerCadre Family Companies is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where all applicants and team members are treated with dignity and respect. We make employment decisions based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.
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independence, OH, 44131, US
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