Hospice Aide (CNA)

Cadre Hospice LLC; Duluth (GA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Cadre Family Companies is seeking a Hospice Care Assistant (CNA) to join Inspire Hospice and Palliative Care. You will provide compassionate patient care, assist with daily living activities, and support the hospice team to enhance quality of life at the end of life.

The role requires dependable, compassionate, and patient-focused individuals willing to travel within the service area. A valid CNA certification and driving requirements apply.

Qualifications

• Current CNA certification in the state of Ohio.
• Minimum of one year of experience working as a CNA 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.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate patient care by assisting with activities of daily living and mobility needs.
• Offer companionship and emotional support to patients and families.
• Maintain patient dignity, privacy, and individualized routines while promoting independence.
• Observe changes in condition and communicate concerns to the supervising nurse.
• Work with the RN case manager and hospice team to support individualized care.
• Complete accurate documentation of care provided and maintain a clean, safe patient environment.

Skills

CNA certification

Hospice experience

Valid driver’s license

Travel-ready

Communication skills

Compassionate care

Job description

About this position

About Cadre Family Companies

At Cadre Family Companies , our mission is simple: People First, Always.

Cadre Family Companies is 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. For this opportunity, you'll be joining the Inspire Hospice and Palliative Care team , one of the organizations within the Cadre family.

When you join Inspire Hospice and Palliative Care, you'll become part of a collaborative team that values integrity, accountability, innovation, and kindness. You'll have the support of the broader Cadre Family Companies while making a meaningful impact within the community you 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 Role

As a Hospice Care Assistant (CNA), you'll play an important role in supporting our mission of providing exceptional care and service. You'll join a collaborative team of professionals who are passionate about making a difference every day.

We're looking for someone who is dependable, compassionate, solutions-oriented, and committed to delivering excellence. Whether working directly with patients, supporting operations, or partnering across departments, you'll have the opportunity to contribute in meaningful ways while continuing to grow your career.

What You'll Do

Provide Compassionate Patient Care

• 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.

Promote Comfort & Quality of Life

• 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.

Qualifications

• CurrentCNA certificationin the state of Ohio.
• Minimumofone year of experience working as a CNAin 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.

Why 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 Employer

Cadre 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.