Hospice Care Assistant

Cadre Hospice•Wadsworth, OH

10d•Remote

About The Position

Cadre Hospice is redefining what the end-of-life experience can and should be. We believe every patient deserves world class care that honors their dignity, comforts their family, and transforms one of life’s hardest moments into one marked by meaning, presence, and compassion. We serve communities across multiple states with a high-touch, people-centered care model grounded in clinical excellence, empathy, and an unwavering commitment to never compromising on quality. Our teams are selected and developed with intention because we believe the right people, supported the right way, create extraordinary care. Our goal is simple. Deliver an exceptional end-of-life experience, one patient at a time, and raise the standard of hospice care everywhere we serve. Hospice Care Assistant Help More Patients Access the Compassionate Care They Deserve. Cadre Hospice is growing, and we’d love for you to grow with us! We’re looking for compassionate individuals who want to make a meaningful difference in the lives of patients and families throughout the Wadsworth and surrounding communities. If you live in or around the Wadsworth area and have a heart for caring for others, we encourage you to apply and become part of our growing Cadre Hospice family!

Requirements

Current CNA/STNA certification in the state of Ohio.
Minimum of one year of experience working as a CNA/STNA in hospice, palliative care, or a similar healthcare setting.
Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
Clean driving record and current auto insurance.
Ability to travel throughout the assigned service area.
Strong communication, teamwork, and interpersonal skills.
Compassionate, patient-focused approach to care.

Nice To Haves

Dependable, compassionate, and patient.
Comfortable providing hands-on care in patients' homes.
Able to work independently while remaining connected to a supportive clinical team.
Passionate about helping patients maintain dignity and quality of life.
Comfortable supporting patients and families through end-of-life care.
Dedicated to treating every patient with kindness, empathy, and respect.

Responsibilities

Assist patients with activities of daily living, including bathing, grooming, dressing, toileting, and personal hygiene.
Provide assistance with positioning, transfers, ambulation, and mobility needs.
Offer companionship and emotional support to patients and families.
Respect each patient's dignity, privacy, preferences, and individual routines.
Encourage independence and provide care in a way that promotes comfort and confidence.
Provide comfort measures according to the patient's individualized plan of care.
Observe patients for changes in condition, behavior, pain, or comfort level and promptly communicate concerns to the supervising nurse.
Assist with creating a peaceful, safe, and comfortable environment.
Provide compassionate presence and reassurance to patients and loved ones throughout the end-of-life journey.
Work closely with the RN case manager and interdisciplinary hospice team to support individualized patient care.
Communicate changes in patient condition or needs to the appropriate member of the clinical team.
Build trusting relationships with patients, families, caregivers, and members of the hospice team.
Follow the patient's plan of care and perform duties within the scope of your certification and role.
Assist with maintaining a clean, organized, and safe patient environment.
Change linens and assist with basic household tasks related to patient care as appropriate.
Follow infection prevention, safety, and patient privacy standards.
Complete accurate and timely documentation of care provided.