Dementia Respite Provider (CNA)

CEDAR VALLEY HOSPICE INC • Waterloo, IA

22d

About The Position

Cedar Valley Hospice is the premier hospice agency serving 15 counties with offices in Waterloo, Grundy Center, Independence, and Waverly. At Cedar Valley Hospice you will work with the best team of clinicians, nurses, and managers, utilizing highly regarded practices to achieve optimum outcomes for our patients and their families. As a not-for-profit organization, we believe “compassionate care” is not just a phrase spoken, but rather a way of living and working every day to help support clients and their families. Our mission exemplifies the organizations focus on providing the best care possible for clients at home or wherever they reside. As a Respite Provider within the Guiding an Improved Dementia Experience (GUIDE) Model, you will provide compassionate, person-centered care to individuals living with dementia while offering meaningful respite and support to family caregivers. This role focuses on safety, dignity, engagement, and emotional support in the client’s home or designated respite setting. About the GUIDE model: Purpose: The GUIDE Model is a CMS-led initiative aimed at improving dementia care through comprehensive, coordinated care, caregiver support, and enabling people with dementia to remain in their homes and communities. Timeline: The model began on July 1, 2025, and will run for seven years. Focus: The model aims to improve quality of life for people with dementia, reduce caregiver strain, and enable people with dementia to remain in their homes and communities.

Requirements

• Current Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification. Must be active on the Iowa CNA registry.
• Experience working with individuals with dementia and their families.
• Must demonstrate empathy, compassion and a genuine interest in supporting individuals with dementia and their caregivers.
• Ability to remain calm, patient, and compassionate in challenging situations.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently in a home setting.
• Current Iowa driver’s license, reliable vehicle, and car insurance required.
• CPR certification (or willingness to obtain).
• Ability to move 50lbs with our without accommodation
• In a 10 hour day, employee may sit 1 to 5 hours, stand or walk 3-7 hours, including drive time.
• Pre-employment/post-offer physical, TB, and drug screen required.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on personal care, including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and mobility assistance as needed.
• Offers supervision and companionship to ensure client safety and comfort.
• Engage clients in appropriate cognitive, social, and recreational activities tailored to their abilities and interests.
• Support clients with dementia-related behaviors using patience, redirection, and evidence-based care techniques.
• Assist with meals, hydration, and light housekeeping related to client care.
• Monitor and report changes in client condition, behavior, or safety concerns to the GUIDE team per policy.
• Provide emotional support and reassurance to both clients and family caregivers.
• Follow all care plans, agency policies, confidentiality standards, and infection control procedures.
• Accurately documents care provided and observations per agency guidelines.

Benefits

• Cedar Valley Hospice provides an excellent benefit package including: a family friendly work environment, generous paid time off, and quality benefit options including a 401k plan.
• Public service loan forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed